Review of Paris Is Burning (1991) by Lee M — 07 Feb 2009

A.M.A.Z.I.N.G!!!! WATCH THIS FILM! I WISH I COULD VOGUE!!

This review of Paris Is Burning (1991) was written by Lee M on 07 Feb 2009.

Paris Is Burning has generally received very positive reviews.

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