Review of Parental Guidance (2012) by Angie N — 12 Apr 2013

Laugh out loud funny for the whole family.

This review of Parental Guidance (2012) was written by Angie N on 12 Apr 2013.

Parental Guidance has generally received mixed reviews.

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