Review of Flight of the Phoenix (2004) by Andy S — 24 Feb 2008

I know I shouldn't like it, but I can't help it.

This review of Flight of the Phoenix (2004) was written by Andy S on 24 Feb 2008.

Flight of the Phoenix has generally received mixed reviews.

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