Review of Wet Hot American Summer (2001) by Rhys M — 13 Jun 2010

I wish I understood why people find this movie so funny. This movie also conatains the single most akward and disturbing gay sex scene I have ever seen.

This review of Wet Hot American Summer (2001) was written by Rhys M on 13 Jun 2010.

Wet Hot American Summer has generally received positive reviews.

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