Review of Fame (1978) by Adorea C — 13 Aug 2007

I so wanted to be a dancer after this movie. And the television show with Gene Anthony Ray (Leroy). Was that all him in those tights?

This review of Fame (1978) was written by Adorea C on 13 Aug 2007.

Fame has generally received positive reviews.

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