Review of Harlem Nights (1989) by Monica H — 18 Nov 2007

SUPER DUpER FUNNY! I love this movie. It's another CLASSIC. The cast was wonderful! Kept me laughing!

This review of Harlem Nights (1989) was written by Monica H on 18 Nov 2007.

Harlem Nights has generally received mixed reviews.

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