Review of The Five Heartbeats (1991) by Desi R — 21 Nov 2007

"You ain't gon get it... cuz you ain't got it!".

This review of The Five Heartbeats (1991) was written by Desi R on 21 Nov 2007.

The Five Heartbeats has generally received positive reviews.

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