Review of Welcome to Mooseport (2004) by Ashley T — 24 Oct 2006

So surprising. not that it's "must see." at all. just funny in a "hey, this movie is on TV and I have the time" way.

This review of Welcome to Mooseport (2004) was written by Ashley T on 24 Oct 2006.

Welcome to Mooseport has generally received negative reviews.

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