Review of Phenomenon (1983) by Joshua H — 31 Oct 2007

SCIENTOLOGY GAVE ME TELEKINESIS! Actually not bad.

This review of Phenomenon (1983) was written by Joshua H on 31 Oct 2007.

Phenomenon has generally received mixed reviews.

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