Review of Footloose (1984) by Adam R — 03 May 2017

A ridiculous plot with bad dancing and cheesy eighties music. (First and only viewing - Teen years).

This review of Footloose (1984) was written by Adam R on 03 May 2017.

Footloose has generally received positive reviews.

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