Review of Pee-wee's Big Adventure (1985) by Larry W — 18 Jan 2010

"There's no basement in the Alamo!".

This review of Pee-wee's Big Adventure (1985) was written by Larry W on 18 Jan 2010.

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

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