Review of Parental Guidance (2012) by Ashley M — 27 Apr 2013

I liked this. it was a funny movie and nothing so vulgar or lewd you couldn't enjoy it with yoir family.

This review of Parental Guidance (2012) was written by Ashley M on 27 Apr 2013.

Parental Guidance has generally received mixed reviews.

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