Review of Rocket Science (2007) by Claudia Puig for USA Today — 09 Aug 2007

It is smart, witty and blessedly unpredictable.

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This review of Rocket Science (2007) was written by Claudia Puig and published by USA Today on 09 Aug 2007.

Rocket Science has generally received positive reviews.

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