Review of Pee-wee's Big Adventure (1985) by Stephen E — 04 Jan 2010

Rewatched this classic today. I just love it.

This review of Pee-wee's Big Adventure (1985) was written by Stephen E on 04 Jan 2010.

Pee-wee's Big Adventure has generally received positive reviews.

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