Review of Midway (1976) by Chris O — 03 Sep 2009

The number of famous faces in this movie is staggering. A grand war epic in the spirit of The Longest Day.

This review of Midway (1976) was written by Chris O on 03 Sep 2009.

Midway has generally received positive reviews.

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