Review of School for Scoundrels (2006) by Rob C — 01 Feb 2008

It's obvious what's gonna happen, but it's still a fun movie!

This review of School for Scoundrels (2006) was written by Rob C on 01 Feb 2008.

School for Scoundrels has generally received mixed reviews.

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