Review of Very Bad Things (1998) by Patrick W — 09 Jan 2008

Not for all tastes, but I love it. A great black comedy. Grade: A-.

This review of Very Bad Things (1998) was written by Patrick W on 09 Jan 2008.

Very Bad Things has generally received mixed reviews.

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