Review of Outrageous Fortune (1987) by Nicolas C — 28 Mar 2015

One of my favorite comedies ever! Bette and Shelley make an extremely funny duo in this well scripted comedy.

This review of Outrageous Fortune (1987) was written by Nicolas C on 28 Mar 2015.

Outrageous Fortune has generally received mixed reviews.

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