Review of Happy Gilmore (1996) by Ethan P — 12 Dec 2015

Sarcastic, but also sweet, Happy Gilmore is a funny and entertaining Adam Sandler film with plenty of juvenile comedy and ridiculous characters.

This review of Happy Gilmore (1996) was written by Ethan P on 12 Dec 2015.

Happy Gilmore has generally received positive reviews.

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