Review of Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977) by Eric T — 14 Sep 2010

A true Sci-Fi Classic. Worth the time definitely.

This review of Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977) was written by Eric T on 14 Sep 2010.

Close Encounters of the Third Kind has generally received very positive reviews.

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