Review of Drop Dead Gorgeous (1991) by Jeremiah A — 11 Dec 2007

Totally stupid, I know...but there is a mean-spiritedness about this movie that I love. Also...Kirstie Alley's Minnesota accent is hi-lar-ious.

This review of Drop Dead Gorgeous (1991) was written by Jeremiah A on 11 Dec 2007.

Drop Dead Gorgeous has generally received mixed reviews.

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