Review of The Dinosaur Project (2012) by Riley H — 28 Nov 2013

I can't say I enjoyed the first half, but it really picks up towards the end. Almost to the point where I didn't want it to end.

This review of The Dinosaur Project (2012) was written by Riley H on 28 Nov 2013.

The Dinosaur Project has generally received negative reviews.

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