Review of Rock Star (2001) by Søren N — 09 Jul 2008

Morsom film om heavy-metal scenen I 80'erne. Filmen goer tykt grin med rockstjernen som faenomen.

This review of Rock Star (2001) was written by Søren N on 09 Jul 2008.

Rock Star has generally received positive reviews.

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