Review of Breaking Away (1979) by J S — 12 Sep 2006

Dennis Quaid is a straight up gangsta in this. Cutters rule.

This review of Breaking Away (1979) was written by J S on 12 Sep 2006.

Breaking Away has generally received very positive reviews.

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