Review of Kurt Cobain: About a Son (2007) by Michael S — 20 May 2010

This movie is really interesting.I enjoyed every moment of it.

This review of Kurt Cobain: About a Son (2007) was written by Michael S on 20 May 2010.

Kurt Cobain: About a Son has generally received positive reviews.

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