Review of 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea (1997) by Ian K — 15 Feb 2012

Weak acting, unconvincing sets and special effects all left this TV remake of a classic Disney film dead in the water.

This review of 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea (1997) was written by Ian K on 15 Feb 2012.

20,000 Leagues Under the Sea has generally received mixed reviews.

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