Review of The Hottest State (2007) by Maya F — 17 Nov 2010

Very Ethan Hawkesque, but not sure what they want to say, what the message is...

This review of The Hottest State (2007) was written by Maya F on 17 Nov 2010.

The Hottest State has generally received mixed reviews.

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Ethan Hawke climbs further up his own asshole…

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