Review of Johnny Dangerously (1984) by Kim F — 21 Apr 2008

HILARIOUS!! This is a spoof on all mobster movies from The Godfather to Little Caesar...

This review of Johnny Dangerously (1984) was written by Kim F on 21 Apr 2008.

Johnny Dangerously has generally received positive reviews.

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