Review of Couples Retreat (2009) by Chad D — 01 Apr 2012

A talented cast save Couples Retreat from being a complete disaster. Relatively funny performances from its main cast.

This review of Couples Retreat (2009) was written by Chad D on 01 Apr 2012.

Couples Retreat has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Choomtabi31 (197) on 03 Mar 2016

Really funny movie. It was not a killer movie but def had its great points. Recommended watch. Watch it online for free: https://www.primewire…

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