Review of Michael (1996) by Robbie D — 13 May 2008

WTF? WTF is this even supposed to be about? John Travolta as a dancing angel who likes to charge bulls? WTF?

This review of Michael (1996) was written by Robbie D on 13 May 2008.

Michael has generally received mixed reviews.

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