Review of Happy Gilmore (1996) by Brian M — 27 Apr 2011

Very funny. The fight between Happy Gilmore & Bob Barker is so funny.

This review of Happy Gilmore (1996) was written by Brian M on 27 Apr 2011.

Happy Gilmore has generally received positive reviews.

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