Review of Battlestar Galactica (1978) by Diane L — 12 Jul 2008

Very dated. The new series is far far superior in every way.

This review of Battlestar Galactica (1978) was written by Diane L on 12 Jul 2008.

Battlestar Galactica has generally received mixed reviews.

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