Review of Star Trek: The Motion Picture (1979) by September O — 18 Nov 2012

Gorgeous visual effects, a likeable cast, awe-inspiring music score. Will bore most people to tears.

This review of Star Trek: The Motion Picture (1979) was written by September O on 18 Nov 2012.

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

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