Review of Rocket Science (2007) by Kathryn A — 26 May 2008

Really quirky and funny in places - great cast and didn't disappoint by having a cliched ending.

This review of Rocket Science (2007) was written by Kathryn A on 26 May 2008.

Rocket Science has generally received positive reviews.

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