Review of Jubilee (2000) by Astral G — 12 Aug 2007

This took me a few times to understand it; but it's so worth it. a bizarre, dystopian social commentary with a kickass soundtrack.

This review of Jubilee (2000) was written by Astral G on 12 Aug 2007.

Jubilee has generally received mixed reviews.

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