Review of Valley Girl (1983) by Cass — 17 May 2008

This is one of my all time favorite movies!

This review of Valley Girl (1983) was written by Cass on 17 May 2008.

Valley Girl has generally received positive reviews.

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A virtual anthem of my, somewhat youth. Just great. And Nicholas Cage was actually good. Killer, killer soundtrack…

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By Wesley R (134) on 15 Mar 2011

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