Review of Ernest Saves Christmas (1988) by Corey W — 03 Jan 2011

Reminds me of Christmas Eve night as an eight year old kid. Can a movie have a better effect on a person?

This review of Ernest Saves Christmas (1988) was written by Corey W on 03 Jan 2011.

Ernest Saves Christmas has generally received mixed reviews.

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