Review of Flashdance (1983) by Elizabeth J — 19 Jun 2008

Jennifer Beals is amazing in this film, im in total awe of her! I wish I was her!

This review of Flashdance (1983) was written by Elizabeth J on 19 Jun 2008.

Flashdance has generally received mixed reviews.

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