Review of Jason and the Argonauts (1963) by Ken Hanke for Mountain Xpress (Asheville, NC) — 15 Oct 2002

Great Harryhausen effects, indifferent acting and script.

This review of Jason and the Argonauts (1963) was written by Ken Hanke and published by Mountain Xpress (Asheville, NC) on 15 Oct 2002.

Jason and the Argonauts has generally received positive reviews.

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