Review of Pee-wee's Big Adventure (1985) by Sherry L — 24 Feb 2013

Before Paul Reubens got caught.

Ahh, youth.

This review of Pee-wee's Big Adventure (1985) was written by Sherry L on 24 Feb 2013.

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

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