Review of Better Off Dead... (1985) by Robert W — 22 Nov 2008

Yawn!!! nothing special and should stay in the 80's.

This review of Better Off Dead... (1985) was written by Robert W on 22 Nov 2008.

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

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