Review of But I'm a Cheerleader (2000) by John R — 02 Nov 2007

Pretty good. Almost like a John Waters film, but really funny and pretty smart instead of kinda funny and almost too bizarre to stand.

This review of But I'm a Cheerleader (2000) was written by John R on 02 Nov 2007.

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

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