Review of Sid and Nancy (1986) by Alexandre B — 07 Nov 2007

Anything Gary Oldman was in, I would watch over and over again! I remember this film but dubbed in french...the worst cheap french dub I've ever seen!

This review of Sid and Nancy (1986) was written by Alexandre B on 07 Nov 2007.

Sid and Nancy has generally received positive reviews.

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