Review of Hoosiers (1986) by Jordan R — 27 Dec 2012

GREATEST SPORTS MOVIE EVER MADE, ENOUGH SAID!!

This review of Hoosiers (1986) was written by Jordan R on 27 Dec 2012.

Hoosiers has generally received very positive reviews.

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