Review of National Lampoon's Vacation (1983) by Carissa C — 15 Aug 2009

I hate all these EXCEPT Christmas Vacation.

This review of National Lampoon's Vacation (1983) was written by Carissa C on 15 Aug 2009.

National Lampoon's Vacation has generally received positive reviews.

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