Review of Frankie and Johnny (1991) by Andy P — 15 Dec 2010

Pacino and Pfeiffer are great in this romance flick.

This review of Frankie and Johnny (1991) was written by Andy P on 15 Dec 2010.

Frankie and Johnny has generally received positive reviews.

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Slow start, strong finish. No glamour, downplayed coincidences, no chase scene or other cliches. Actually deals with real issues. Recommended…

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By Adrienne L (425) on 15 Jan 2011

This was really nothing like what I thought it would be. Man, was Michelle Pfeiffer a ball-buster in this one…

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A gem. a classic. I have no words. its the sort of movie you just have to sit down and watch every time you are lucky enough to catch it on tv…

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By James T (1,309) on 13 Oct 2012

I just watched this again last night for the first time since about 95 and it's still my fave romance movie…

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