Review of My Own Private Idaho (1991) by Tomek S — 11 Aug 2008

I loved it! It's one of my favourites now!

This review of My Own Private Idaho (1991) was written by Tomek S on 11 Aug 2008.

My Own Private Idaho has generally received positive reviews.

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