Review of Smokey and the Bandit (1977) by Pete N — 15 Jun 2008

I love this movie and I watch it all the time!! Its great what the writers had for Sheriff Buford to say!!

This review of Smokey and the Bandit (1977) was written by Pete N on 15 Jun 2008.

Smokey and the Bandit has generally received positive reviews.

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