Review of Housesitter (1992) by Benjamin G — 09 Nov 2006

I think i've seen this, if I remember right it was a bit raunchy but way cool.

This review of Housesitter (1992) was written by Benjamin G on 09 Nov 2006.

Housesitter has generally received mixed reviews.

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