Review of Heavyweights (1995) by Brick G — 15 Jan 2009

Till this day, Ben Stillers Greatest Character, Tony Perkis!

This review of Heavyweights (1995) was written by Brick G on 15 Jan 2009.

Heavyweights has generally received positive reviews.

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