Review of Drop Dead Gorgeous (1991) by Rachel G — 08 Jan 2008

Pretty funny. A bunch of idiots perpetrating Minnesota stereotypes in an easily mocked beauty pageant with a morbid twist. What more could you ask for?

This review of Drop Dead Gorgeous (1991) was written by Rachel G on 08 Jan 2008.

Drop Dead Gorgeous has generally received mixed reviews.

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