Review of Fame (2009) by Jessica R — 10 Mar 2010

Ahh what a movie I actually seen the new one first then bought this one Original is best after all haha.Great 80s musical! for everyone to watch again and again a tireless film x.

This review of Fame (2009) was written by Jessica R on 10 Mar 2010.

Fame has generally received mixed reviews.

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