Review of School for Scoundrels (2006) by Jeremy S — 27 May 2010

Thronton plays a jerk so well and Heder is good as a moron as always. A ok watch for those weekend nights with nothing on.

This review of School for Scoundrels (2006) was written by Jeremy S on 27 May 2010.

School for Scoundrels has generally received mixed reviews.

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