Review of Shortbus (2006) by Jennifer Y — 10 Apr 2012

Today, I shall go . . . more after.

Edit 12/12: I only wish I could go higher than 5 stars . . .

This review of Shortbus (2006) was written by Jennifer Y on 10 Apr 2012.

Shortbus has generally received positive reviews.

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