Review of Better Off Dead... (1985) by Allen K — 02 Dec 2008

A Cusack classic. "Wait? He snorts nasal spray?".

This review of Better Off Dead... (1985) was written by Allen K on 02 Dec 2008.

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

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