Review of Idlewild (2006) by Zach C — 07 Sep 2007

Masterpiece.

Shits on dreamgirls.

Twice!

This review of Idlewild (2006) was written by Zach C on 07 Sep 2007.

Idlewild has generally received positive reviews.

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