Review of How to Get Ahead in Advertising (1989) by Astrid A — 25 Apr 2008

This movie is absolutely hilarious. I mean a talking boil, what more could you want?

This review of How to Get Ahead in Advertising (1989) was written by Astrid A on 25 Apr 2008.

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

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