Review of School for Scoundrels (2006) by John M — 22 Apr 2008

So funny, Good movie, best I've seen in a while.

This review of School for Scoundrels (2006) was written by John M on 22 Apr 2008.

School for Scoundrels has generally received mixed reviews.

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