Review of True Stories (1986) by Matt K — 26 Jun 2009

A zany, looney, crazy, and extremely hilarious little "slice of life." Who's life? I can never know that.

This review of True Stories (1986) was written by Matt K on 26 Jun 2009.

True Stories has generally received positive reviews.

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