Review of Adventureland (2009) by Ric A — 03 Sep 2012

This movie manages to rise above the mediocrity that is Kristen Stewart.

This review of Adventureland (2009) was written by Ric A on 03 Sep 2012.

Adventureland has generally received positive reviews.

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