Review of Hollywoodland (2006) by Stéphane S — 12 Oct 2008

A bit slow and dragging but some really good performances all round make it watchable.

This review of Hollywoodland (2006) was written by Stéphane S on 12 Oct 2008.

Hollywoodland has generally received mixed reviews.

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