Review of My Beautiful Laundrette (1985) by Private U — 24 Jul 2008

Original British 80s document. Working Title started out okay. Poiniant and beautfiuly dramatic.

This review of My Beautiful Laundrette (1985) was written by Private U on 24 Jul 2008.

My Beautiful Laundrette has generally received positive reviews.

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