Review of Strictly Ballroom (1992) by Elizabeth B — 24 Nov 2008

I love this movie ... slight mockumentary flair ... good music and very odd characters ...

This review of Strictly Ballroom (1992) was written by Elizabeth B on 24 Nov 2008.

Strictly Ballroom has generally received positive reviews.

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