Review of Outrageous Fortune (1987) by Barry T — 14 Sep 2009

Predictable 80s comedy to pass the time without requiring you to pay close attention.

This review of Outrageous Fortune (1987) was written by Barry T on 14 Sep 2009.

Outrageous Fortune has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Julius L (44) on 20 Aug 2009

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By Heather M (2,904) on 16 Dec 2007

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By Adrienne L (425) on 17 Jun 2008

One of my favourite Bette Midler comedies in its day, but I think the 80's styles, score and soundtrack would make me feel otherwise now…

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By Tom V (527) on 31 Dec 2007

The comedy with the best lines ever!!I saw it when I was a kid..I want to see it again!!Does anyone have it…

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By Missy A (14) on 03 Oct 2007

HILARIOUS! Bette Midler is amazing, and the banter between the characters is so fast and funny…

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Was funny. Was very VERY 80's. It had it time and place. but over all I still alughed…

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