Review of The Buddy Holly Story (1978) by Bobo B — 10 Feb 2014

This is a good film for all you Buddy fans out there. Gary Busey did a great job here as the legendary Buddy Holly. I'll give this flick 4 stars.

This review of The Buddy Holly Story (1978) was written by Bobo B on 10 Feb 2014.

The Buddy Holly Story has generally received positive reviews.

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