Review of Better Off Dead... (1985) by Allegra F — 14 May 2010

Could watch it all day every day!! hilarious!

This review of Better Off Dead... (1985) was written by Allegra F on 14 May 2010.

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

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