Review of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (1989) by Jeffrey C — 12 May 2012

Good, but could have been much better. At least it's better than European Vacation.

This review of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (1989) was written by Jeffrey C on 12 May 2012.

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

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