Review of Phenomenon (1983) by Courtenay C — 07 Jul 2011

...did not mind it - perhaps because it is a story about our potential - but it is an overall weak movie!

This review of Phenomenon (1983) was written by Courtenay C on 07 Jul 2011.

Phenomenon has generally received mixed reviews.

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