Review of LCD Soundsystem - Shut Up and Play the Hits (2012) by Jason M — 23 Nov 2012

Terrific concert film. You don't even have to know these guys to get into this movie.

This review of LCD Soundsystem - Shut Up and Play the Hits (2012) was written by Jason M on 23 Nov 2012.

LCD Soundsystem - Shut Up and Play the Hits has generally received very positive reviews.

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