Review of Purple Rain (1984) by Lenny M — 24 Mar 2011

Prince dedicating "Purple Rain" to his father always makes me snivel.

This review of Purple Rain (1984) was written by Lenny M on 24 Mar 2011.

Purple Rain has generally received positive reviews.

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