Review of Bad Santa 2 (2016) by Matt G — 07 Jan 2018

Still refreshing and somewhat "brave" compared to the political correctness dominated comedies Hollywood makes these days, it lacks the originality and the quality of its predecessor.

This review of Bad Santa 2 (2016) was written by Matt G on 07 Jan 2018.

Bad Santa 2 has generally received mixed reviews.

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