Review of Fame (1936) by Lisa H — 21 Aug 2007

I knew all these songs by heart in High School ;).

This review of Fame (1936) was written by Lisa H on 21 Aug 2007.

Fame has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Brandon W (1,786) on 15 Jul 2012

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By Marilee A (711) on 03 Jul 2011

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