Review of Drop Dead Gorgeous (1991) by Raj C — 03 Sep 2009

Good fun, and quite novel without being too clever..

This review of Drop Dead Gorgeous (1991) was written by Raj C on 03 Sep 2009.

Drop Dead Gorgeous has generally received mixed reviews.

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Genius cult classic. This film is the epitome of a dark comedy. Those who don't get it, won't like it. If you do get it, you will laugh your ass off…

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