Review of My Kid Could Paint That (2007) by Victor C — 07 Jul 2008

A very interesting (although ultimately biased) documentary. Watch it and make up your own mind......

This review of My Kid Could Paint That (2007) was written by Victor C on 07 Jul 2008.

My Kid Could Paint That has generally received positive reviews.

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