Review of Smoke Signals (1998) by Megs K — 05 Aug 2007

Very much the heart of Indian humor. I love this flick.

This review of Smoke Signals (1998) was written by Megs K on 05 Aug 2007.

Smoke Signals has generally received positive reviews.

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