Review of Real Genius (1985) by David E — 10 Oct 2007

A staple of my early teen years, I still find this one hilarious.

This review of Real Genius (1985) was written by David E on 10 Oct 2007.

Real Genius has generally received positive reviews.

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Great 80's film, Val Kilmer was hilarious and I really wish they would make an update to the film in current day so we could see what happened…

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