Review of The Basketball Diaries (1995) by Haider R — 02 Oct 2008

Based on a true story of jim caroll....awesome movie..must see!

This review of The Basketball Diaries (1995) was written by Haider R on 02 Oct 2008.

The Basketball Diaries has generally received positive reviews.

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