Review of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (1988) by Tore S — 15 Jan 2008

This is the first time I saw it all the way through and I'm glad I did. A great twist at the end.

This review of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (1988) was written by Tore S on 15 Jan 2008.

Dirty Rotten Scoundrels has generally received very positive reviews.

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