Review of Parental Guidance (2012) by David J — 18 Apr 2013

Our entire family loved it. Grandparents, parents and kids. very funny.

This review of Parental Guidance (2012) was written by David J on 18 Apr 2013.

Parental Guidance has generally received mixed reviews.

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