Review of Scoop (1996) by Steph O — 21 Jun 2010

Marginally enjoyable. I can't seem to love Woody Allen films no matter now much I'd like to.

This review of Scoop (1996) was written by Steph O on 21 Jun 2010.

Scoop has generally received positive reviews.

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By Andrea S (358) on 02 Jan 2016

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Ohh Woody is truly fantastic, it is an interesting film with a twist and charm. Scarlet is like always charming…

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