Review of Smokey and the Bandit (1977) by Richard S — 29 Dec 2007

Saw this film at about 5 years old n gave me a passion for the trans am I will have that car one day.

This review of Smokey and the Bandit (1977) was written by Richard S on 29 Dec 2007.

Smokey and the Bandit has generally received positive reviews.

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