Review of Stripes (1981) by Ryan S — 28 Feb 2016

Another Ivan Reitman classic... great cast, Murray & all... RIP to Harold Ramis... comedic legend.

This review of Stripes (1981) was written by Ryan S on 28 Feb 2016.

Stripes has generally received positive reviews.

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