Review of Raising Arizona (1987) by Stephen E — 14 Aug 2011

This is just a sweet, cute movie that loses itself in the OTT moments from time to time, but the charm and soul prevent sourness.

This review of Raising Arizona (1987) was written by Stephen E on 14 Aug 2011.

Raising Arizona has generally received very positive reviews.

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