Review of Top Hat (1935) by Michael C — 16 Oct 2008

By far my favorite Astaire/Rogers film. Wasn't Hepburn jealous?

This review of Top Hat (1935) was written by Michael C on 16 Oct 2008.

Top Hat has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Vadim D (535) on 25 Dec 2013

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By John B (4,244) on 26 Nov 2012

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Never again will a woman wear my dresses…

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