Review of Xanadu (1980) by Jamie S — 29 Feb 2008

Yet another guilty pleasure...COME ON! Disco and roller skating...what could be better?

This review of Xanadu (1980) was written by Jamie S on 29 Feb 2008.

Xanadu has generally received mixed reviews.

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