Review of My Beautiful Laundrette (1985) by Julian E — 08 Apr 2006

I hated it when in I saw it as a kid...but now I know just good it is!

This review of My Beautiful Laundrette (1985) was written by Julian E on 08 Apr 2006.

My Beautiful Laundrette has generally received positive reviews.

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