Review of Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow (2004) by Amanda K — 28 Jun 2009

I kept getting distracted. in the theatre. by the darkness. psh.

This review of Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow (2004) was written by Amanda K on 28 Jun 2009.

Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow has generally received positive reviews.

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