Review of Sixteen Candles (1984) by Robert C — 16 Jan 2011

In the upper echelons of rom coms. John Hughes was on a directing rampage in the 80's.

This review of Sixteen Candles (1984) was written by Robert C on 16 Jan 2011.

Sixteen Candles has generally received positive reviews.

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