Review of My Own Private Idaho (1991) by Anna H — 10 Jul 2008

This film is awesome... everyone must see it!

This review of My Own Private Idaho (1991) was written by Anna H on 10 Jul 2008.

My Own Private Idaho has generally received positive reviews.

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