Review of Better Off Dead... (1985) by Josh S — 11 Sep 2012

There's just something so so so wrong about a madcap comedy about a suicidal teen. Cusack is always good though. A completely misguided film.

This review of Better Off Dead... (1985) was written by Josh S on 11 Sep 2012.

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

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