Review of Towelhead (2008) by Di P — 22 Jul 2009

Pretty dark movie. Lots of A-hole guys in this movie. I feel sorry for the 13 year old girl.

This review of Towelhead (2008) was written by Di P on 22 Jul 2009.

Towelhead has generally received positive reviews.

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