Review of Manhattan (1979) by Gaffer D — 26 Nov 2018

I gather this boring stuff is mostly loved by new-yorkers...

This review of Manhattan (1979) was written by Gaffer D on 26 Nov 2018.

Manhattan has generally received very positive reviews.

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