Review of Hedwig and the Angry Inch (2001) by Jennifer A — 05 Apr 2008

Appreciated the film more the 2nd time I watched it love the songs!

This review of Hedwig and the Angry Inch (2001) was written by Jennifer A on 05 Apr 2008.

Hedwig and the Angry Inch has generally received very positive reviews.

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