Review of How to Get Ahead in Advertising (1989) by Mike C — 16 Jul 2009

This is still one of my all time favorite comedies.

This review of How to Get Ahead in Advertising (1989) was written by Mike C on 16 Jul 2009.

How to Get Ahead in Advertising has generally received positive reviews.

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