Review of Dancer in the Dark (2000) by Edmund C — 09 Jun 2009

The music and dancing was incredible, but the plot didn't stay fresh to the end...

This review of Dancer in the Dark (2000) was written by Edmund C on 09 Jun 2009.

Dancer in the Dark has generally received very positive reviews.

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