Review of Lords of Dogtown (2005) by Courtney S — 22 Aug 2010

Them some hot skater and surfer boys fo sho!

This review of Lords of Dogtown (2005) was written by Courtney S on 22 Aug 2010.

Lords of Dogtown has generally received positive reviews.

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