Review of Mars Attacks! (1996) by Melissa B — 11 May 2012

Jack Nicholson for prez! I love this movie.

This review of Mars Attacks! (1996) was written by Melissa B on 11 May 2012.

Mars Attacks! has generally received mixed reviews.

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