Review of Stand & Deliver (2001) by Jacinta Y — 31 May 2007

Edward James Olmos kicked butt in this movie. Another wonderfully inspirational flick.

This review of Stand & Deliver (2001) was written by Jacinta Y on 31 May 2007.

Stand & Deliver has generally received very positive reviews.

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