Review of Risky Business (1983) by Mark S — 19 Jul 2013

Funny and interesting. Great acting from Cruise, and a few good jokes.

This review of Risky Business (1983) was written by Mark S on 19 Jul 2013.

Risky Business has generally received positive reviews.

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The best of it's kind, great chemistry between the young Cruiser and the lovely De Mornay, enhanced by Tangerine Dream's beautiful score…

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