Review of Brighton Beach Memoirs (1986) by Greg W — 04 Dec 2013

Such a great classic film about growing up.

This review of Brighton Beach Memoirs (1986) was written by Greg W on 04 Dec 2013.

Brighton Beach Memoirs has generally received positive reviews.

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By Karen K (157) on 30 Nov 2008

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