Review of Detroit Rock City (1999) by Ethan W — 16 Mar 2008

Good mindless entertainment... with KISS!

This review of Detroit Rock City (1999) was written by Ethan W on 16 Mar 2008.

Detroit Rock City has generally received positive reviews.

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Freaking LOVE THIS MOVIE!!! Any KISS addict like me will LOVE THIS MOVIE!! ALL HAIL KISS…

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Freaking LOVE THIS MOVIE!!! Any KISS addict like me will LOVE THIS MOVIE!! ALL HAIL KISS…

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One of my favorite comedies..a way underrated movie. I love everything about this movie. It totally does NOT blow dogs for quarters mannnn! haha…

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