Review of Be Kind Rewind (2008) by Sasho M — 09 Jul 2013

I thought this film had its funny moments. very orginal idea. mos def and jack black were a good fit together. if watch it again.

This review of Be Kind Rewind (2008) was written by Sasho M on 09 Jul 2013.

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