Review of Journey to the Centre of the Earth (1977) by David E — 27 Oct 2007

No: 27 still great film even with outdated effects.

This review of Journey to the Centre of the Earth (1977) was written by David E on 27 Oct 2007.

Journey to the Centre of the Earth has generally received mixed reviews.

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