Review of Pee-wee's Big Adventure (1985) by Joseph W — 03 Jul 2011

CLASSIC. Pee-Wee is my hero. Tim Burton's first great film. B+.

This review of Pee-wee's Big Adventure (1985) was written by Joseph W on 03 Jul 2011.

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

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