Review of SubUrbia (1997) by Jason M — 31 Jan 2008

This is extremely true to life. Great soundtrack. It's not a happy-go-lucky movie but it sums up the suburban experience very well.

This review of SubUrbia (1997) was written by Jason M on 31 Jan 2008.

SubUrbia has generally received positive reviews.

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Linklater's lost film. Now streaming on Netflix. Release this on DVD goddammit…

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