Review of Better Off Dead... (1985) by Kirsten R — 03 Jan 2011

My sides hurt just typing this. Seriously, this movie is funny.

This review of Better Off Dead... (1985) was written by Kirsten R on 03 Jan 2011.

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

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