Review of Escape from the Planet of the Apes (1971) by Lance U — 18 Aug 2007

A departure from sci-fi to drama and the first movie I ever saw with a sad ending.

This review of Escape from the Planet of the Apes (1971) was written by Lance U on 18 Aug 2007.

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

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