Review of Fetishes (1996) by Cole Smithey for ColeSmithey.com — 09 Oct 2005

Broomfield's movie doesn't deliver on its promise.

This review of Fetishes (1996) was written by Cole Smithey and published by ColeSmithey.com on 09 Oct 2005.

Fetishes has generally received mixed reviews.

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