Review of National Lampoon's European Vacation (1985) by Steve A — 17 Apr 2011

Has its moments.

Will never live up to the original.

This review of National Lampoon's European Vacation (1985) was written by Steve A on 17 Apr 2011.

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

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