Review of Billy Elliot (2000) by Maggie S — 16 Oct 2009

Non è assolutamente questo filmone tanto decantato...

This review of Billy Elliot (2000) was written by Maggie S on 16 Oct 2009.

Billy Elliot has generally received very positive reviews.

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