Review of American Grindhouse (2011) by Michael M — 07 Jan 2012

Great overview of the influence of this genre on mainstream movies.

This review of American Grindhouse (2011) was written by Michael M on 07 Jan 2012.

American Grindhouse has generally received positive reviews.

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By Freddy M (58) on 27 Mar 2012

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By J.b. R (78) on 26 Jul 2011

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By Bill H (348) on 29 Sep 2011

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By Lotti K (207) on 26 Jul 2011

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By Matthew L (1,720) on 26 Mar 2011

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By Nicholas D (407) on 17 Apr 2012

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