Review of Pete's Dragon (1977) by Carrie G — 20 Jun 2007

I have to rate this according to when I saw this movie when I was a child. . . Very fond memories. . .

This review of Pete's Dragon (1977) was written by Carrie G on 20 Jun 2007.

Pete's Dragon has generally received mixed reviews.

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