Review of About Last Night... (1986) by Ian W — 24 Jan 2009

Saw this recently after seeing a recommendation - wished I hadn't. Very dated. James Belushi's character is possibly the most annoying in any film I've ever seen.

This review of About Last Night... (1986) was written by Ian W on 24 Jan 2009.

About Last Night... has generally received positive reviews.

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