Review of Planet 51 (2009) by Marilena G — 19 Dec 2010

Started out ok but didn't quite follow it up.

This review of Planet 51 (2009) was written by Marilena G on 19 Dec 2010.

Planet 51 has generally received mixed reviews.

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