Review of Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead (1991) by Andrew B — 24 Apr 2012

Christina's break out performance. I have always liked her acting...

This review of Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead (1991) was written by Andrew B on 24 Apr 2012.

Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead has generally received mixed reviews.

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