Review of Tootsie (1982) by Justin S — 18 Dec 2010

Dustin Hoffman is a better Tootsie than he is a Dustin Hoffman.

This review of Tootsie (1982) was written by Justin S on 18 Dec 2010.

Tootsie has generally received very positive reviews.

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