Review of The Astronaut Farmer (2007) by Steve M — 08 Sep 2009

Splendid tale of ambition and heart. One of the finest family films to come along in a great while...

This review of The Astronaut Farmer (2007) was written by Steve M on 08 Sep 2009.

The Astronaut Farmer has generally received mixed reviews.

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