Review of Harlem Nights (1989) by Andrew G — 19 Aug 2008

A perfect cast, very funny! I loved this movie!

This review of Harlem Nights (1989) was written by Andrew G on 19 Aug 2008.

Harlem Nights has generally received mixed reviews.

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Its a CLASSIC! I have in in my personal collection…

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Funny how the critics review is 21% and the audience score is 81%. Harlem Nights is a classic if you want comedy. It's not the Godfather…

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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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I always thought this was a cool movie. I think it not being sure if it was a gangsta movie or a comedy cost it with a lot of people…

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One of the best comedian casts of all time…

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By Carl P (82) on 27 Dec 2012

Great movie and to realize the stars that are in it is something you only get once in a lifetime…

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