Review of Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within (2001) by Stephen W — 22 Apr 2011

I liked this movie. Great graphics. But would you believe it bombed at thge box office and nearly bankrupted the studio!

This review of Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within (2001) was written by Stephen W on 22 Apr 2011.

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

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