Review of Capricorn One (1977) by Scott C — 09 Mar 2013

One of the biggest disappointments. Great idea, but just boring.

This review of Capricorn One (1977) was written by Scott C on 09 Mar 2013.

Capricorn One has generally received positive reviews.

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A boring film that isn't any fun. It has it's moments (very few) and will only be fun to absolute sci-fi-ish films and O.J. Simpson…

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By Peter P (1,726) on 24 Oct 2010

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By John M (4,356) on 16 Jun 2010

One of my favorite thrillers. Conspiracy fans have to love this incredibly cynical thriller. Peter Hyams best film with a great Jerry Goldsmith score…

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By Robert H (1,967) on 25 Mar 2011

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Probably one of the best of the 70's 'conspiracy thrillers' it stars James Brolin, Elliott Gould and a certain OJ Simpson...it tells the story…

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Poco conosciuto e molto economico; 1,9â?¬ al joyland. Nonostante ciÃ², ci Ã¨ piaciuto, soprattutto per la vena comica di certi attori…

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