Review of Jersey Boys (2014) by Linda L — 22 Jun 2014

See the play. Wrong director wrong lead for Frankie Valli.

This review of Jersey Boys (2014) was written by Linda L on 22 Jun 2014.

Jersey Boys has generally received positive reviews.

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