Review of Joe Versus the Volcano (1990) by Tim S — 20 Dec 2009

One of the few romantic comedies I can watch.

This review of Joe Versus the Volcano (1990) was written by Tim S on 20 Dec 2009.

Joe Versus the Volcano has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Hung-Ya L (416) on 23 Jul 2016

This is my all time favourite film - yes I know its boy meets girl stuff, and the first of the hanks ryan romcoms, but it is sooo much better…

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By Tarma T (13) on 14 Oct 2014

I never would have expected this. I'm fairly confident I watched at least parts of Joe Versus the Volcano decades ago and hated it…

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