Review of Joe Versus the Volcano (1990) by Tina B — 25 Nov 2007

This is a classic for me! I love that Meg Ryan plays multiple charaters...hilarious!

This review of Joe Versus the Volcano (1990) was written by Tina B on 25 Nov 2007.

Joe Versus the Volcano has generally received mixed reviews.

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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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