Review of Adventures in Babysitting (1987) by Nyk P — 26 Jan 2012

Love this movie! Elizabeth Shue is one of my favorite actresses ever, and she is simply amazing in this movie.

This review of Adventures in Babysitting (1987) was written by Nyk P on 26 Jan 2012.

Adventures in Babysitting has generally received positive reviews.

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