Review of Yankee Doodle Dandy (1942) by Tausha M — 19 May 2008

Who knew he could dance like that?! Incredible...

This review of Yankee Doodle Dandy (1942) was written by Tausha M on 19 May 2008.

Yankee Doodle Dandy has generally received very positive reviews.

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