Review of Yankee Doodle Dandy (1942) by Matt B — 29 Oct 2007

Classic biopic/musical. excellet musical numbers and one hell of a performance by James Cagney. LOVE IT.

This review of Yankee Doodle Dandy (1942) was written by Matt B on 29 Oct 2007.

Yankee Doodle Dandy has generally received very positive reviews.

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