Review of The Cable Guy (1996) by Tyler B — 24 Nov 2009

Passable par for the course for mid career jim carrey..

This review of The Cable Guy (1996) was written by Tyler B on 24 Nov 2009.

The Cable Guy has generally received positive reviews.

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