Review of Rocket Science (2007) by Eric B — 21 May 2008

Its very funny, affecting, warm and of course original...

And I like the soundtrack.

This review of Rocket Science (2007) was written by Eric B on 21 May 2008.

Rocket Science has generally received positive reviews.

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