Review of Pee-wee's Big Adventure (1985) by Georgia P — 12 Mar 2009

I give it a 5 because its somewhat disturbing... which is always good in a movie.

This review of Pee-wee's Big Adventure (1985) was written by Georgia P on 12 Mar 2009.

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

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