Review of Fatal Attraction (1987) by The J — 29 May 2008

Flixster should add the option of ironic stars, for use with masterpieces of camp like this lil' beauty.

This review of Fatal Attraction (1987) was written by The J on 29 May 2008.

Fatal Attraction has generally received positive reviews.

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