Review of Marilyn Hotchkiss' Ballroom Dancing & Charm School (2006) by Johnny Q — 09 Mar 2009

Exceptional indie flick. Must watch more than once to pick up all the nuances.

This review of Marilyn Hotchkiss' Ballroom Dancing & Charm School (2006) was written by Johnny Q on 09 Mar 2009.

Marilyn Hotchkiss' Ballroom Dancing & Charm School has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Joe H (1,381) on 04 Aug 2008

This movies was just okay in my opinion. It did not hold my interest as some due. I certainly appreciated the content though…

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