Review of Bamboozled (2000) by Tom H — 10 Aug 2008

Okay, I get it already. Minstrel shows bad. Sheesh.

This review of Bamboozled (2000) was written by Tom H on 10 Aug 2008.

Bamboozled has generally received positive reviews.

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