Review of Ernest Saves Christmas (1988) by James D — 07 Aug 2007

I will never give any ernest movie more than one star.

This review of Ernest Saves Christmas (1988) was written by James D on 07 Aug 2007.

Ernest Saves Christmas has generally received mixed reviews.

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