Review of Phantoms (1998) by Jimmy M — 22 Dec 2007

Contrary to popular belief, Ben Affleck is not the bomb in this.

This review of Phantoms (1998) was written by Jimmy M on 22 Dec 2007.

Phantoms has generally received mixed reviews.

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