Review of Moonraker (1979) by Sarah B — 22 Feb 2009

Probably the worst of the Roger Moore Bonds, but Jaws is back!

This review of Moonraker (1979) was written by Sarah B on 22 Feb 2009.

Moonraker has generally received mixed reviews.

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