Review of The Toy (1982) by Misty G — 19 Oct 2007

Hilarious!!! I love Richard Pryor!

U Asss!! hee hee!!!

This review of The Toy (1982) was written by Misty G on 19 Oct 2007.

The Toy has generally received mixed reviews.

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