Review of The Last Starfighter (1984) by Jeff B — 26 Jan 2008

You have been recruited by the starleague to defend the frontier.

This review of The Last Starfighter (1984) was written by Jeff B on 26 Jan 2008.

The Last Starfighter has generally received positive reviews.

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