Review of The Day the Earth Stood Still (2008) by Kevin S — 19 Jun 2012

Pretty good movie worth watching once will smiths son can really act.

This review of The Day the Earth Stood Still (2008) was written by Kevin S on 19 Jun 2012.

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

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