Review of The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (2005) by Jr J — 04 Jun 2010

Movie was good. but, book is better.

I need a sequal of this movie. please?

This review of The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (2005) was written by Jr J on 04 Jun 2010.

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

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