Review of Forbidden Planet (1956) by Anthony H — 02 Nov 2010

Would have been better in a twilight zone.

This review of Forbidden Planet (1956) was written by Anthony H on 02 Nov 2010.

Forbidden Planet has generally received very positive reviews.

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