Review of The Basketball Diaries (1995) by Mason N — 12 Mar 2011

Leo and Marky Mark show great range early on.

This review of The Basketball Diaries (1995) was written by Mason N on 12 Mar 2011.

The Basketball Diaries has generally received positive reviews.

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