Review of National Lampoon's European Vacation (1985) by Doug Z — 17 Aug 2007

Two stars. How could you give it any less? How could you give it any more?

This review of National Lampoon's European Vacation (1985) was written by Doug Z on 17 Aug 2007.

National Lampoon's European Vacation has generally received mixed reviews.

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