Review of Laurel Canyon (2003) by Amie S — 24 Jul 2007

Shocking and beautiful - and I love the anti-Hollywood ending.

This review of Laurel Canyon (2003) was written by Amie S on 24 Jul 2007.

Laurel Canyon has generally received positive reviews.

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