Review of Dogtown and Z-Boys (2002) by Erika R — 19 May 2012

The documentary that stupid lords of dogtown was based on.

This review of Dogtown and Z-Boys (2002) was written by Erika R on 19 May 2012.

Dogtown and Z-Boys has generally received very positive reviews.

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