Review of The Buddy Holly Story (1978) by David N — 19 Sep 2007

I think Gary Busy should have won the Oscar for this.

This review of The Buddy Holly Story (1978) was written by David N on 19 Sep 2007.

The Buddy Holly Story has generally received positive reviews.

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