Review of Planet 51 (2009) by Kyle R — 08 Jan 2012

Visually stunning. Story good. But lacking that magic touch.

This review of Planet 51 (2009) was written by Kyle R on 08 Jan 2012.

Planet 51 has generally received mixed reviews.

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How am I keep on forgetting to make a review on this movie? Another piece of animation I am keep on forgetting…

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