Review of Real Genius (1985) by Jim V — 20 Sep 2007

Wonderful writing. Val Kilmer in one of his finest performances.

This review of Real Genius (1985) was written by Jim V on 20 Sep 2007.

Real Genius has generally received positive reviews.

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By Scott M (2,584) on 20 Mar 2017

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By Jeffrey M (946) on 25 Jan 2012

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A crazy retarded movie. It makes you wonder who thinks of this sh*t. I stil love it though…

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