Review of Harlem Nights (1989) by Aaron B — 30 Sep 2009

Sure it's flawed, but I love this movie.

This review of Harlem Nights (1989) was written by Aaron B on 30 Sep 2009.

Harlem Nights has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Paul D (6,077) on 27 Apr 2017

Excessive comedy in tone, with a fine period styling, and whilst it's by no means the two lead's finest big screen outings, it's an enjoyable…

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By James M (2,946) on 25 Nov 2015

A window into the Harlem renaissance. Classic. I could watch it again and again…

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I was hoping that these three icons would get together in a movie.Should have hoped for a decent movie also…

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The movie is a whirlingly divergent romp, blending serious violence with outrageous comedy, but it has the feel of oral history, of lives and…

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This gets funnier every time in watch it. I love this movie…

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By Alex S (2,786) on 22 Apr 2014

This is one of my favorite films. I like the sets and costumes. I laugh until it hurts every time I see it…

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