Review of Mallrats (1995) by Liam K — 05 Aug 2010

Mallrats remains one of Kevin Smiths funniest films, you gotta just live the man.

This review of Mallrats (1995) was written by Liam K on 05 Aug 2010.

Mallrats has generally received positive reviews.

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