Review of Observe and Report (2009) by Pieter-Jan V — 24 Apr 2013

Better than I had anticipated. A decent comedy.

This review of Observe and Report (2009) was written by Pieter-Jan V on 24 Apr 2013.

Observe and Report has generally received mixed reviews.

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