Review of The Day the Earth Stood Still (2008) by Arianeta L — 20 Mar 2011

One star for Jennifer's Connely eyes....

This review of The Day the Earth Stood Still (2008) was written by Arianeta L on 20 Mar 2011.

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

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