Review of Play It Again, Sam (1972) by Paul J — 12 Aug 2007

"Here's looking at you kid." A great film expressing both Woody Allen's love of 'the movies' and his cynicism of 'the Hollywood ladies man.' Brilliant!!

This review of Play It Again, Sam (1972) was written by Paul J on 12 Aug 2007.

Play It Again, Sam has generally received positive reviews.

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