Review of Super 8 (1988) by Caleb W — 23 Feb 2013

Very surprised with this movie. Not what I expected. Feels like Goonies mixed with Jurassic Park and ET.

This review of Super 8 (1988) was written by Caleb W on 23 Feb 2013.

Super 8 has generally received positive reviews.

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