Review of The Day the Earth Stood Still (2008) by Ramos J — 19 Jan 2013

Special effects were great(saw in Imax) plot didn't live up to original.

This review of The Day the Earth Stood Still (2008) was written by Ramos J on 19 Jan 2013.

The Day the Earth Stood Still has generally received mixed reviews.

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