Review of Adventures in Babysitting (1987) by The J — 02 Jun 2008

Who picks up a rat while thinking its something else?! I love this movie. I wish I could marry you, Elisabeth Shue.

This review of Adventures in Babysitting (1987) was written by The J on 02 Jun 2008.

Adventures in Babysitting has generally received positive reviews.

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