Review of Stardust Memories (1980) by Patrick U — 15 Jun 2007

Woody Allen does 8 1/2. Amazing movie, gorgeous cinematography.

This review of Stardust Memories (1980) was written by Patrick U on 15 Jun 2007.

Stardust Memories has generally received positive reviews.

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AGH! A Woody Allen film I didn't like. I kept wanting it to finish so I could cleanse my brain by watching any other Woody Allen film…

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By Daniel G (1,520) on 25 Mar 2012

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By Ken S (1,985) on 11 Mar 2014

Dear Mr. Allen, Your film is famous for it's quote I don't want to make funny movies anymore…

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By Andrew R (1,534) on 11 Jan 2012

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By Rob L (734) on 09 Feb 2012

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