Review of Shotgun Stories (2007) by Evita L — 24 Oct 2007

Ok... this is the so called sophisticated independent American cinema, but I was bored...

This review of Shotgun Stories (2007) was written by Evita L on 24 Oct 2007.

Shotgun Stories has generally received positive reviews.

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