Review of New York Stories (1989) by Bob K — 18 Jul 2007

5 stars for Life Lessons, having never finished Allen's segment and barely remembering Coppola's.

This review of New York Stories (1989) was written by Bob K on 18 Jul 2007.

New York Stories has generally received mixed reviews.

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Review of New York Stories (1989) by Bob K — 18 Jul 2007

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