Review of Heathers (1989) by Vj B — 07 Jul 2009

Incredibly silly. Writer wanted Kubrick to direct. Fail.

This review of Heathers (1989) was written by Vj B on 07 Jul 2009.

Heathers has generally received positive reviews.

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