Review of Funny Girl (1968) by Ameena M — 07 Feb 2008

Barbara Streisand is amazing in this movie.. of her best works.

This review of Funny Girl (1968) was written by Ameena M on 07 Feb 2008.

Funny Girl has generally received very positive reviews.

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