Review of The Buddy Holly Story (1978) by Diane W — 08 Mar 2006

I Liked this movie a bunch. Great music. Young Gary Busey. Made me want to get a cd of Buddy Holly. Too bad he had to die so soon.

This review of The Buddy Holly Story (1978) was written by Diane W on 08 Mar 2006.

The Buddy Holly Story has generally received positive reviews.

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