Review of Guys and Dolls (1955) by Michael T — 16 Mar 2009

Brando couldn't sing but Sinatra could.

This review of Guys and Dolls (1955) was written by Michael T on 16 Mar 2009.

Guys and Dolls has generally received positive reviews.

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A touch over long and only luck be a lady being a real stand out song IMO but to see Brando and Sinatra on screen is wonderful at any time…

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