Review of Bottle Rocket (1996) by Anna L — 12 May 2012

I little known, funny movie..Before Owen Wiilson's nose was all messed up...This is great companion movie to any Holly wood "heist" movie...

This review of Bottle Rocket (1996) was written by Anna L on 12 May 2012.

Bottle Rocket has generally received positive reviews.

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