Review of Adventures in Babysitting (1987) by Amber Lee — 13 May 2008

"Don't fuck with the babysitter".

This review of Adventures in Babysitting (1987) was written by Amber Lee on 13 May 2008.

Adventures in Babysitting has generally received positive reviews.

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