Review of Stand & Deliver (2001) by Matt O — 30 Dec 2007

Probably one of the best school dramas ever made. One notch lower than DEAD POETS.

This review of Stand & Deliver (2001) was written by Matt O on 30 Dec 2007.

Stand & Deliver has generally received very positive reviews.

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