Review of Fame (2009) by Kaaren A — 30 Jun 2007

I LOVE THIS MOVIE SOOO MUCH! IT INSPIRES ME TO JUST BE REAL!

This review of Fame (2009) was written by Kaaren A on 30 Jun 2007.

Fame has generally received mixed reviews.

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