Review of Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid (1982) by Vernon G — 15 Aug 2009

The breast adjustment was creepy. o.O But the cutting in of old movies was genius. And the spanish guy....

This review of Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid (1982) was written by Vernon G on 15 Aug 2009.

Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid has generally received positive reviews.

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