Review of Silent Running (1972) by Éminence G — 28 Mar 2010

Brilliant, relevant and sensitive science fiction movie, by far the best Bruce Dern performance I've seen.

This review of Silent Running (1972) was written by Éminence G on 28 Mar 2010.

Silent Running has generally received positive reviews.

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