Review of Better Off Dead... (1985) by Duckie D — 15 Oct 2008

I LOVE JOHN CUSACK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

This review of Better Off Dead... (1985) was written by Duckie D on 15 Oct 2008.

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

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