Review of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (1989) by Ashley B — 13 Aug 2011

That there Clark is what they call an R.V. a recreational vehicle. hahaha.

This review of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (1989) was written by Ashley B on 13 Aug 2011.

National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation has generally received positive reviews.

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