Review of Strictly Ballroom (1992) by Nicole A — 19 Feb 2008

Ugly duckling story as only Baz Luhrman can tell it.

This review of Strictly Ballroom (1992) was written by Nicole A on 19 Feb 2008.

Strictly Ballroom has generally received positive reviews.

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Baz Luhrmann's first directorial effort is a clichÃ©d, annoying, and somewhat vapid work that has enough visual panache and lively characterizations…

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