Review of Guess Who's Coming to Dinner (1967) by Ingrid H — 09 Dec 2007

It's a classic...honest, charming, and timeless. Spencer Tracy at his best!

This review of Guess Who's Coming to Dinner (1967) was written by Ingrid H on 09 Dec 2007.

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

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