Review of The 'Burbs (1989) by Rovert E — 30 Mar 2013

Any critic who doesn't think this movie is a classic is a fucking retard.

This review of The 'Burbs (1989) was written by Rovert E on 30 Mar 2013.

The 'Burbs has generally received positive reviews.

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