Review of Cocoon (1995) by Lauren B — 19 Jul 2009

One of the weirdest things I've ever seen.

This review of Cocoon (1995) was written by Lauren B on 19 Jul 2009.

Cocoon has generally received positive reviews.

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By Kevin J (569) on 02 Feb 2013

Overlong, boring look at old people who I could care less about…

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By Danny R (594) on 06 Aug 2016

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