Review of Risky Business (1983) by Marc F — 14 Feb 2012

Very young Tom Cruise does a great job as the high school student with a free mansion and Porsche.

This review of Risky Business (1983) was written by Marc F on 14 Feb 2012.

Risky Business has generally received positive reviews.

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