Review of Escape from the Planet of the Apes (1971) by Josh T — 23 Aug 2008

I don't really like the first 2 but this was pretty good.

This review of Escape from the Planet of the Apes (1971) was written by Josh T on 23 Aug 2008.

Escape from the Planet of the Apes has generally received positive reviews.

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