Review of Trainspotting (1996) by Jaime R — 19 Aug 2014

Not as disturbing as "Requiem for a Dream" but funnier to say the very least.

This review of Trainspotting (1996) was written by Jaime R on 19 Aug 2014.

Trainspotting has generally received very positive reviews.

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