Review of Laurel Canyon (2003) by Janice E — 27 Mar 2007

I love Christian Bale, but man, what a lame movie.

This review of Laurel Canyon (2003) was written by Janice E on 27 Mar 2007.

Laurel Canyon has generally received positive reviews.

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