Review of Flight of the Phoenix (2004) by Daniel G — 05 Dec 2007

Nothing but ashes. What was Hugh Laurie thinking?

This review of Flight of the Phoenix (2004) was written by Daniel G on 05 Dec 2007.

Flight of the Phoenix has generally received mixed reviews.

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