Review of Paris Is Burning (1991) by Tim N — 31 Aug 2012

Fascinating and fabulous. love this film.

This review of Paris Is Burning (1991) was written by Tim N on 31 Aug 2012.

Paris Is Burning has generally received very positive reviews.

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