Review of Adventureland (2009) by Joe F — 14 Jul 2011

Not bad, yet not the best. pretty funny shit overall.

This review of Adventureland (2009) was written by Joe F on 14 Jul 2011.

Adventureland has generally received positive reviews.

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Hokay, so when I first saw this movie, I LOVED it. Like, haven't-had-a-new-favorite-movie-in-a-long-time LOVED it…

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By Barclee W (2) on 08 Apr 2016

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By Tim B (1,091) on 08 Apr 2016

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Disappointed with this one. Had expectations after the reviews but it turned out to be just ok…

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