Review of The Five Heartbeats (1991) by Jarvis W — 20 Jun 2007

Very good classic. "Just cause I have 1,2, drinks don't make me no alcoholic" , you gotta love Eddie Kane JR.

This review of The Five Heartbeats (1991) was written by Jarvis W on 20 Jun 2007.

The Five Heartbeats has generally received positive reviews.

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