Review of The Five Heartbeats (1991) by Patrice B — 02 Jan 2007

"nights like this I I wish raindrops would faaalll".

This review of The Five Heartbeats (1991) was written by Patrice B on 02 Jan 2007.

The Five Heartbeats has generally received positive reviews.

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