Review of Xanadu (1980) by Anna 80S Chick — 14 Oct 2008

OK, cheesy to watch now, but killer in the day!

This review of Xanadu (1980) was written by Anna 80S Chick on 14 Oct 2008.

Xanadu has generally received mixed reviews.

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