Review of Pete's Dragon (1977) by Adam P — 18 Jul 2007

Really pretty music. And Micky Rooney is drunk.

This review of Pete's Dragon (1977) was written by Adam P on 18 Jul 2007.

Pete's Dragon has generally received mixed reviews.

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