Review of School for Scoundrels (1960) by Katie C — 19 Feb 2008

Loved it, but then I dig anything with Jon Heder in, he's classic!

This review of School for Scoundrels (1960) was written by Katie C on 19 Feb 2008.

School for Scoundrels has generally received positive reviews.

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