Review of Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within (2001) by Matt B — 09 Mar 2010

An intriguing storyline. Perhaps not the greatest movie put together, but well worth seeing.

This review of Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within (2001) was written by Matt B on 09 Mar 2010.

Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within has generally received mixed reviews.

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