Review of Jubilee (1978) by Freddie F — 25 Mar 2012

Don't ask me to explain it, but GOD, I love nihilism.

This review of Jubilee (1978) was written by Freddie F on 25 Mar 2012.

Jubilee has generally received mixed reviews.

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