Review of Slacker (1990) by Keith C — 21 Oct 2008

THE Austin film. Linklater's debut is brilliantly witty and subtly innovative. "Blamm-O!!".

This review of Slacker (1990) was written by Keith C on 21 Oct 2008.

Slacker has generally received positive reviews.

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