Review of Ernest Saves Christmas (1988) by Jonathan M — 31 May 2007

HILARIOUS! I love Jim Varney's comedies, he's just too damn silly. Pity there are just a few.

This review of Ernest Saves Christmas (1988) was written by Jonathan M on 31 May 2007.

Ernest Saves Christmas has generally received mixed reviews.

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