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Review of by Rj M — 02 Nov 2008

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There are two key differences between Forbidden Planet and other B sci-fi movies of the 1950's: One is its big budget and impressive effects (for its time). The other is that it lacks the Cold War influence and deeper themes.

As a result, it isn't very challenging or even exciting for most of the picture. Fortunately, it does have and interesting and original ending.

This review of Forbidden Planet (1956) was written by on 02 Nov 2008.

Forbidden Planet has generally received very positive reviews.

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