Review of Julien Donkey-Boy (1999) by Cody S — 19 Oct 2008

Tragic, disgusting, moving, everything Harmony Korine is known for. Wonderful.

This review of Julien Donkey-Boy (1999) was written by Cody S on 19 Oct 2008.

Julien Donkey-Boy has generally received positive reviews.

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