Review of Friday Night Lights (2004) by Ingrid H — 01 Aug 2008

I love Texas highschool football stereotypes. Unfortunately this is based on a true story and in real life the former star running back is now the school's janitor. Too depressing.

This review of Friday Night Lights (2004) was written by Ingrid H on 01 Aug 2008.

Friday Night Lights has generally received positive reviews.

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