Review of Mallrats (1995) by Callum N — 29 Jan 2010

Its not Clerks, but Mallrats shines in its own light as a true Smith gem.

This review of Mallrats (1995) was written by Callum N on 29 Jan 2010.

Mallrats has generally received positive reviews.

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