Review of Blackboards (2000) by Quiche E — 14 Sep 2008

Pas besoin de longs discours pour faire passer un message ! Bravo.

This review of Blackboards (2000) was written by Quiche E on 14 Sep 2008.

Blackboards has generally received positive reviews.

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