Review of Risky Business (1983) by Brian R — 17 Dec 2008

Great coming-of-age flick. All downhill from here for Tom.

This review of Risky Business (1983) was written by Brian R on 17 Dec 2008.

Risky Business has generally received positive reviews.

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