Review of Yankee Doodle Dandy (1942) by Z P — 26 Jul 2008

Proof that Jimmy Cagney could do it all. Here he portrays legendary showman, George M. Cohan.

This review of Yankee Doodle Dandy (1942) was written by Z P on 26 Jul 2008.

Yankee Doodle Dandy has generally received very positive reviews.

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