Review of Happy Gilmore (1996) by Michael M — 13 May 2014

Arguably one of the funniest for Adam Sandler.

This review of Happy Gilmore (1996) was written by Michael M on 13 May 2014.

Happy Gilmore has generally received positive reviews.

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