Review of Adventures in Babysitting (1987) by Daniel S — 05 May 2008

This movie is HIGHLY under-rated! Elisabeth Shue is cute and the story is campy. it certainly kept me entertained countless times as a child!

This review of Adventures in Babysitting (1987) was written by Daniel S on 05 May 2008.

Adventures in Babysitting has generally received positive reviews.

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