Review of Risky Business (1983) by Melissa M — 21 Jan 2008

OH MY GOSH! Tom Cruise at his best!

I totally have Risky Business Sunglasses. haha.

This review of Risky Business (1983) was written by Melissa M on 21 Jan 2008.

Risky Business has generally received positive reviews.

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