Review of Funny Girl (1968) by Brian W — 11 Feb 2007

Barbar shared the Oscar with Katherine hepburn.

This review of Funny Girl (1968) was written by Brian W on 11 Feb 2007.

Funny Girl has generally received very positive reviews.

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