Review of Scrooged (1988) by Missy F — 09 Sep 2008

"The Bytch hit me with a toaster!" <--classic line from B.M. I LOVE IT!

This review of Scrooged (1988) was written by Missy F on 09 Sep 2008.

Scrooged has generally received positive reviews.

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