Review of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (1988) by Mat N — 10 Oct 2007

Michael Caine and Steve Martin at their best. Funny throughout, constantly entertaining. Ruprect, Doctor Schuffenhausen and Lady Fanny of Omaha, absolute genius!

This review of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (1988) was written by Mat N on 10 Oct 2007.

Dirty Rotten Scoundrels has generally received very positive reviews.

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