Review of Better Off Dead... (1985) by Kurt M — 19 Dec 2012

Who can refuse a black comedy about teenage suicide starring John Cusack? Delightfully funny.

This review of Better Off Dead... (1985) was written by Kurt M on 19 Dec 2012.

Better Off Dead... has generally received positive reviews.

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