Review of Raising Arizona (1987) by Gary A — 29 Feb 2012

I love this movie, and Cage is so awesome in it.

This review of Raising Arizona (1987) was written by Gary A on 29 Feb 2012.

Raising Arizona has generally received very positive reviews.

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