Review of Joe Versus the Volcano (1990) by Ian S — 31 Jul 2007

Tom Hanks really did make some of the best no brainer comedies back in the 80's!

This review of Joe Versus the Volcano (1990) was written by Ian S on 31 Jul 2007.

Joe Versus the Volcano has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Blake P (935) 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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By James B (2,746) on 27 May 2013

I'm not sure what it is about this movie. But it makes me laugh so hard I cry. I'm still trying to figure out how I can invest in Boobaru…

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By Charlie M (417) on 28 Apr 2016

I didn't hate it, but I diidn;t really like it either…

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By Marisa M (54) on 28 Apr 2016

I didn't hate it, but I diidn;t really like it either…

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By Kenneth L (949) on 11 Feb 2016

Everyone hates this movie. Not me. I really like it…

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