Review of The Eyes of Tammy Faye (2000) by Dfw F — 26 Sep 2009

Fascinating, but amateurish documentary about the fallen first lady of televangelism, Tammy Faye.

09.21.09.

137th Film of 2009.

This review of The Eyes of Tammy Faye (2000) was written by Dfw F on 26 Sep 2009.

The Eyes of Tammy Faye has generally received positive reviews.

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