Review of How to Get Ahead in Advertising (1989) by Rebecca W — 22 Sep 2007

On par with 'Withnail'.... I've seen this film more than 100 times and I'll watch it again right now !

This review of How to Get Ahead in Advertising (1989) was written by Rebecca W on 22 Sep 2007.

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

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