Review of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (1989) by Dustin D — 26 Dec 2013

One of my favorite Christmas movies. I watch it every year and laugh the whole time!!

This review of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (1989) was written by Dustin D on 26 Dec 2013.

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

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