Review of Slacker (1990) by Lou S — 19 May 2009

Sometimes they discuss philosophical shit, sometimes they discuss regular shit, and sometimes they just go "Do I have a car? I have a VAN.".

This review of Slacker (1990) was written by Lou S on 19 May 2009.

Slacker has generally received positive reviews.

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