Review of Parental Guidance (2012) by Troy K — 29 Mar 2013

Very relevant feel good family movie. Great to watch with the kids. Thoroughly enjoyed it! Loved Billy Crystal and Bette Midler!

This review of Parental Guidance (2012) was written by Troy K on 29 Mar 2013.

Parental Guidance has generally received mixed reviews.

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