Review of Home Fries (1998) by Mike L — 27 Aug 2009

Good but very odd at the same time so maybe thats what made it good.

This review of Home Fries (1998) was written by Mike L on 27 Aug 2009.

Home Fries has generally received mixed reviews.

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