Review of Blue in the Face (1995) by Kate B — 06 Jun 2008

This is an amazing movie... couldn't do a better job narrating the cultural melting pot of Brooklyn.

This review of Blue in the Face (1995) was written by Kate B on 06 Jun 2008.

Blue in the Face has generally received positive reviews.

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