Review of Funny Farm (1988) by Bryan — 09 May 2008

Don't eat the Lamb Fries!

FYI: Chevy Chase wears a NEW YORK METS cap for a few minutes in the movie.

This review of Funny Farm (1988) was written by Bryan on 09 May 2008.

Funny Farm has generally received mixed reviews.

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