Review of Star Trek: The Motion Picture (1979) by John C — 31 Aug 2013

Great effects for the time. Delivery is above average.

This review of Star Trek: The Motion Picture (1979) was written by John C on 31 Aug 2013.

Star Trek: The Motion Picture has generally received mixed reviews.

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