Review of Shine a Light (2008) by Karolina H — 01 Jun 2008

The documentary part is great but you have to be a hardcore fan to enjoy the filmed concert. Keith Ricards is king!

This review of Shine a Light (2008) was written by Karolina H on 01 Jun 2008.

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