Review of But I'm a Cheerleader (2000) by Brian P — 09 Nov 2007

1st step is coming out..;) hah! classic movie! thought this was a john waters movie.. I guess I was wrong..lol..

This review of But I'm a Cheerleader (2000) was written by Brian P on 09 Nov 2007.

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