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Review of Velvet Goldmine (1998) by Sarah G — 20 Nov 2007

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Ewan McGregor, naked and covered in glitter need I say more?

This review of Velvet Goldmine (1998) was written by Sarah G on 20 Nov 2007.

Velvet Goldmine has generally received positive reviews.

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