Review of Man on the Moon (1999) by Brian S — 16 Jun 2009

I have to give kudos to jim carey for literally becoming andy kaufman.

This review of Man on the Moon (1999) was written by Brian S on 16 Jun 2009.

Man on the Moon has generally received positive reviews.

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