Review of Drop Dead Gorgeous (1991) by Jessica L — 11 Dec 2007

Eating Disorders ->.

Burn Unit <-.

Best movie ever...

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

Drop Dead Gorgeous has generally received mixed reviews.

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Plot holes are bad. Shameless stereotyping of lesbians, Asian-Americans and the mentally challenged is worse. But low-hanging comedy fruit…

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I actually have real soft spot for this film, although I admit the satire isn't particularly sharp and the black comedy isn't quite as well…

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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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I love how it makes a little fun of the catty behavior that is behind beauty pagents, but the acting wasn't as good as it should have…

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By Ty P (436) on 07 Feb 2012

Hilarious satirical comedy about middle america. Don't think of this a just another chick flick, if anything this is a pun at females…

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