Review of Bernie (2012) by Stephen G — 01 Feb 2013

Probably jack black's best performance.

This review of Bernie (2012) was written by Stephen G on 01 Feb 2013.

Bernie has generally received positive reviews.

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You (Weekend at Bernie's (1989)) VS the black comedy involving dead people and a mustachioed titular Bernie that they told you not to worry about…

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By Blair K (326) on 19 Apr 2016

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This movie is pretty much amazing in every way. Its funny, it's sad, and it's always interesting…

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