Review of Slacker (1990) by Ben H — 22 Jun 2008

Probably the best no budget film ever. Madonna's smear. Nice. Read Coupland's Generation X, watch this then listen to Nevermind and it'll all make sense...

This review of Slacker (1990) was written by Ben H on 22 Jun 2008.

Slacker has generally received positive reviews.

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