Review of Fantastic Planet (1973) by Mr M — 04 Jul 2009

A thinking person's story.Surreal animation.Totally awesome.

This review of Fantastic Planet (1973) was written by Mr M on 04 Jul 2009.

Fantastic Planet has generally received very positive reviews.

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