Review of Mad Hot Ballroom (2005) by Kana S — 11 Jan 2008

Unforgettable documentary film! To anyone who loves any form of dancing. It shows you pure love of dancing! I wanna take ballroom classes now... The kids are so adorable!

This review of Mad Hot Ballroom (2005) was written by Kana S on 11 Jan 2008.

Mad Hot Ballroom has generally received positive reviews.

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