Review of Battle Beyond the Stars (1980) by Bill J — 25 Feb 2013

A cute campy sci-fi although effects are now outdated.

This review of Battle Beyond the Stars (1980) was written by Bill J on 25 Feb 2013.

Battle Beyond the Stars has generally received mixed reviews.

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