Review of Pee-wee's Big Adventure (1985) by Jeremy J — 15 Oct 2009

You may call my an idiot for giving this 4 stars. My response: I know you are but what am I?

This review of Pee-wee's Big Adventure (1985) was written by Jeremy J on 15 Oct 2009.

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

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Everything about Pee-wee's Big Adventure, from its toy-box colors to its superb, hyperanimated Danny Elfman score to the butch-waxed hairdo…

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