Review of Bad News Bears (2005) by Ron H — 24 Nov 2007

Decent movie. A little vulgar for kids though.

This review of Bad News Bears (2005) was written by Ron H on 24 Nov 2007.

Bad News Bears has generally received mixed reviews.

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