Review of Raising Arizona (1987) by Kevin W — 18 Nov 2009

The Cohen brothers at their best, anytime this one is on TV I have to watch it, no option.

This review of Raising Arizona (1987) was written by Kevin W on 18 Nov 2009.

Raising Arizona has generally received very positive reviews.

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