Review of E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) by Ben A — 06 Jun 2014

This is possibly the most "Spielberg" movie that Spielberg has ever made.

This review of E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) was written by Ben A on 06 Jun 2014.

E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial has generally received very positive reviews.

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