Review of Very Bad Things (1998) by Robertb. — 03 Oct 2009

One of my favourite movies of all time: Dying was never so funny!

This review of Very Bad Things (1998) was written by Robertb. on 03 Oct 2009.

Very Bad Things has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Daniel P (2,457) on 23 Sep 2012

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By Camille L (1,034) on 01 Mar 2016

Very Bad Things est un film extrêmement noir, une comédie grinçante à s'en rayer les dents, qui est parfois un peu trop maline pour son…

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By Christian V (183) on 31 Mar 2012

It's bad... Very, very bad. The title really says it all... and what it says is a severe understatement…

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By Corey C (511) on 11 Jun 2012

What kind of person am I for finding this movie funny and entertaining? I almost feel guilty for laughing…

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