Review of Mad Hot Ballroom (2005) by Odubanjo E — 08 Jan 2007

Excellent Documentary! Well worth watching.

This review of Mad Hot Ballroom (2005) was written by Odubanjo E on 08 Jan 2007.

Mad Hot Ballroom has generally received positive reviews.

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