Review of Fantastic Planet (1973) by Scott M — 24 Nov 2008

One of the great animated film concepts great sound and pycholdelic images.

This review of Fantastic Planet (1973) was written by Scott M on 24 Nov 2008.

Fantastic Planet has generally received very positive reviews.

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