Review of Bad Words (2013) by Tom L — 01 Apr 2016

Just okay. Some funny scenes. Hard to believe a 40 year old hooks up with a 10 year old.

This review of Bad Words (2013) was written by Tom L on 01 Apr 2016.

Bad Words has generally received positive reviews.

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