Review of Better Off Dead... (1985) by Stephanie P — 04 Nov 2008

Hola, Lane Myers... 80s movies dont get any better than this.

This review of Better Off Dead... (1985) was written by Stephanie P on 04 Nov 2008.

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

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