Review of Slacker (1990) by Trill F — 15 Jul 2009

A MUST SEE!!! A CLASSIC INDI FILM THAT MUST BE WATCH...

This review of Slacker (1990) was written by Trill F on 15 Jul 2009.

Slacker has generally received positive reviews.

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