Review of What's Love Got to Do with It? (2002) by Heather A — 30 Oct 2007

Great film. Angela Bassett basically turns into Tina Tunner.

This review of What's Love Got to Do with It? (2002) was written by Heather A on 30 Oct 2007.

What's Love Got to Do with It? has generally received positive reviews.

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