Review of Dennis the Menace (1987) by Colin W — 24 Oct 2009

A pretty amusing film. It's borderline fresh.

This review of Dennis the Menace (1987) was written by Colin W on 24 Oct 2009.

Dennis the Menace has generally received mixed reviews.

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