Review of School for Scoundrels (2006) by Joshua — 24 Aug 2008

It's predictable for the most part, but it had some pretty funny scenes.

This review of School for Scoundrels (2006) was written by Joshua on 24 Aug 2008.

School for Scoundrels has generally received mixed reviews.

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