Review of Star Trek: The Motion Picture (1979) by Allan F — 04 Nov 2012

Star Trek The Motion Picture left most people unsatisfied and disappointed, but behind the slow pace dwells an intelligent sci-fi adventure.

This review of Star Trek: The Motion Picture (1979) was written by Allan F on 04 Nov 2012.

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

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