Review of Champs (2015) by Kylie S — 27 Jul 2014

I saw this at the Tribeca Film Festival and I cannot wait for it to come out in theaters. Such a special film.

This review of Champs (2015) was written by Kylie S on 27 Jul 2014.

Champs has generally received positive reviews.

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