Review of The Devil and Daniel Johnston (2006) by Mike L — 29 Nov 2007

Get yourself together or fall apart. Make your mind up or let yourself down.

This review of The Devil and Daniel Johnston (2006) was written by Mike L on 29 Nov 2007.

The Devil and Daniel Johnston has generally received very positive reviews.

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