Review of Guess Who's Coming to Dinner (1967) by Kevin S — 06 Oct 2008

Sidney Poitier is brilliant! Tracy/Hepburn are completely realistic in their performances.

This review of Guess Who's Coming to Dinner (1967) was written by Kevin S on 06 Oct 2008.

Guess Who's Coming to Dinner has generally received very positive reviews.

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