Review of Heathers (1989) by Tim S — 20 Dec 2009

Pre-Columbine teen self-destruction. Cartoony but insane.

This review of Heathers (1989) was written by Tim S on 20 Dec 2009.

Heathers has generally received positive reviews.

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