Review of Paris Is Burning (1991) by Elizabeth G — 11 Nov 2007

We're not going to be shade, just fierce.

This review of Paris Is Burning (1991) was written by Elizabeth G on 11 Nov 2007.

Paris Is Burning has generally received very positive reviews.

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