Review of Days of Thunder (1990) by Shastar B — 12 Sep 2008

This movie didn't age well. If it comes up on TBS, I find myself yelling at the TV: "Run Nicole!! RUN!! He's crazy!!".

This review of Days of Thunder (1990) was written by Shastar B on 12 Sep 2008.

Days of Thunder has generally received mixed reviews.

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