Review of Parental Guidance (2012) by Austin G — 12 Jun 2016

Parental Guidance is the perfect feel-good movie for all families. Also, give me more Marisa Tomei.

This review of Parental Guidance (2012) was written by Austin G on 12 Jun 2016.

Parental Guidance has generally received mixed reviews.

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