Review of Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978) by Trekkiegal — 02 Dec 2008

FFreeeeeakkkayyyy!!!! .... but not as good as the original.

This review of Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978) was written by Trekkiegal on 02 Dec 2008.

Invasion of the Body Snatchers has generally received positive reviews.

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