Review of Adventures in Babysitting (1987) by Rosa M — 15 Feb 2009

Elisabeth Shue singing the "baby sitter's blues" is really great.

This review of Adventures in Babysitting (1987) was written by Rosa M on 15 Feb 2009.

Adventures in Babysitting has generally received positive reviews.

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