Review of Baghead (2008) by William G — 13 Apr 2008

A most curious psychological dramedy; call it "mumblecor-ror".

This review of Baghead (2008) was written by William G on 13 Apr 2008.

Baghead has generally received mixed reviews.

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Hrmmm...I Wasn't Convinced. Not Complete Crap, But Brushed Near It & Alluded The Smell Of Rubbish…

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