Review of American Graffiti (1973) by Matthew A — 05 May 2009

1973; my first R-rated movie; sneaking in way under-age, I haven't been right ever-since. can you dig it...aaarrrrrooooooo!!!

This review of American Graffiti (1973) was written by Matthew A on 05 May 2009.

American Graffiti has generally received very positive reviews.

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