Review of The Basketball Diaries (1995) by Emma — 09 Jan 2009

Amazing movie. He was amazing as a drugie. Deeply disturbing for some people I think but wonderful reminder not to do drugs.

This review of The Basketball Diaries (1995) was written by Emma on 09 Jan 2009.

The Basketball Diaries has generally received positive reviews.

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