Review of Shortbus (2006) by Melinda V — 10 Mar 2009

WOW!!! The only thing I can say about this is that I will never be able to think of The Star Spangled Banner the same way again!!!!

This review of Shortbus (2006) was written by Melinda V on 10 Mar 2009.

Shortbus has generally received positive reviews.

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