Review of Election (1999) by Risa C — 24 Aug 2009

Really good. I think that the lesbian girl should hace won class president.reese witherspoon's character was really wierd.

This review of Election (1999) was written by Risa C on 24 Aug 2009.

Election has generally received very positive reviews.

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