Review of Smokey and the Bandit (1977) by Rumtowhiskey — 07 Sep 2008

Best car chase movie ever.

R.I.P. Jerry Reed.

This review of Smokey and the Bandit (1977) was written by Rumtowhiskey on 07 Sep 2008.

Smokey and the Bandit has generally received positive reviews.

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