Review of Revenge of the Nerds (1984) by Pete S — 18 Apr 2008

"Why do they call you Booger?".

Booger: "I dunno" (while mining for nasal gold!).

This review of Revenge of the Nerds (1984) was written by Pete S on 18 Apr 2008.

Revenge of the Nerds has generally received positive reviews.

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