Review of But I'm a Cheerleader (2000) by Adrienne R — 24 Jan 2008

A sweet movie. A romance movie that isn't cookie cutter predictable.

This review of But I'm a Cheerleader (2000) was written by Adrienne R on 24 Jan 2008.

But I'm a Cheerleader has generally received positive reviews.

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