Review of Super 8 (1988) by Huseyn B — 09 Nov 2012

A thriller and an emotional story . . . Yes please!

This review of Super 8 (1988) was written by Huseyn B on 09 Nov 2012.

Super 8 has generally received positive reviews.

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