Review of Solo (1996) by Lee B — 23 Nov 2009

Mario Van Peebles is the man! But this is the very definition of so bad it is good.

This review of Solo (1996) was written by Lee B on 23 Nov 2009.

Solo has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Jason S (2,514) on 24 Mar 2008

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