Review of Parental Guidance (2012) by Patricia K — 26 Mar 2013

Cute, fun, family movie! Great list of actors as well, Billy is the man.

This review of Parental Guidance (2012) was written by Patricia K on 26 Mar 2013.

Parental Guidance has generally received mixed reviews.

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