Review of Almost Heroes (1998) by Janetta B — 08 Apr 2012

This movie is funny. John Candy was a comdic genius..RIP.

This review of Almost Heroes (1998) was written by Janetta B on 08 Apr 2012.

Almost Heroes has generally received positive reviews.

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