Review of Idlewild (2006) by Xshanti L — 11 Jan 2007

Excellent musical.OutKast did the Damn, thing.

This review of Idlewild (2006) was written by Xshanti L on 11 Jan 2007.

Idlewild has generally received positive reviews.

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