Review of Beneath the Planet of the Apes (1970) by Daniel F — 20 May 2007

Some good special effects and Nova's beautiful presence didn't make up for the crappy story.

This review of Beneath the Planet of the Apes (1970) was written by Daniel F on 20 May 2007.

Beneath the Planet of the Apes has generally received mixed reviews.

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