Review of Showgirls (1995) by Dan R — 21 Aug 2009

THIS MAY NOT BE A GREAT MOVIE, BUT IT'S NOT BAD EITHER.

This review of Showgirls (1995) was written by Dan R on 21 Aug 2009.

Showgirls has generally received negative reviews.

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