Review of Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale (2010) by Andy W — 05 Dec 2011

Totally bonkers but well worth a viewing. But not with the kids!

This review of Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale (2010) was written by Andy W on 05 Dec 2011.

Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale has generally received positive reviews.

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