Review of Be Kind Rewind (2008) by Ashleigh W — 27 Jun 2012

Extremely funny. I loved the shift of the theme, it was very well done. Love Jack Black.

This review of Be Kind Rewind (2008) was written by Ashleigh W on 27 Jun 2012.

Be Kind Rewind has generally received mixed reviews.

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