Review of Polyester (1981) by Mathieu R — 18 Oct 2007

Un classique surement le meilleur film de john Waters.Divne y est sublime comme toujours.Une critique cinglante de la vie de banlieu.Hilarant!

This review of Polyester (1981) was written by Mathieu R on 18 Oct 2007.

Polyester has generally received positive reviews.

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