Review of The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (2005) by Dr. N — 04 Jun 2011

I'm sorry to say that british comedy today does not make me laugh, I cannot stand Martin Freeman.

This review of The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (2005) was written by Dr. N on 04 Jun 2011.

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy has generally received positive reviews.

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