Review of Shortbus (2006) by Creme F — 07 Jul 2009

Cool movie, sex theme, easy for the eye. Not too complicated and great concept.

This review of Shortbus (2006) was written by Creme F on 07 Jul 2009.

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Review of Shortbus (2006) by Creme F — 07 Jul 2009

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John Cameron Mitchell's compelling and salacious slice of sex-laden cinema…

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