Review of Shoeshine (1987) by Dustin R — 29 Jan 2012

Certainly not the feel good film of 1946. Heartbreaking.

This review of Shoeshine (1987) was written by Dustin R on 29 Jan 2012.

Shoeshine has generally received positive reviews.

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