Review of License to Drive (1988) by Matthew D — 20 Aug 2008

Good classic movie I watched when I was a kid, funny funny funny. Where are the Corey's these days?

This review of License to Drive (1988) was written by Matthew D on 20 Aug 2008.

License to Drive has generally received mixed reviews.

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