Review of Weekend at Bernie's (1989) by Joshua B — 18 Sep 2007

Perfect 80's comedy. Nothing beats watching this on a boring summer day.

This review of Weekend at Bernie's (1989) was written by Joshua B on 18 Sep 2007.

Weekend at Bernie's has generally received mixed reviews.

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