Review of Cadillac Records (2008) by Mike P — 17 Oct 2009

Good fictional account of Chess Records in Chicago.

This review of Cadillac Records (2008) was written by Mike P on 17 Oct 2009.

Cadillac Records has generally received positive reviews.

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