Review of Fantastic Planet (1973) by Vinny N — 15 Aug 2009

Sui Generis.

Savage marionette world.

Ecology-vex.

This review of Fantastic Planet (1973) was written by Vinny N on 15 Aug 2009.

Fantastic Planet has generally received very positive reviews.

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