Review of The Magnificent Dope (1942) by Jay N — 27 Jun 2013

It's a dopey Capraesque comedy that is anything but magnificent.

This review of The Magnificent Dope (1942) was written by Jay N on 27 Jun 2013.

The Magnificent Dope has generally received positive reviews.

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