Review of The Last Starfighter (1984) by Joel D — 07 Nov 2007

80's Sci-Fi Classic. I have never outgrown this movie.

This review of The Last Starfighter (1984) was written by Joel D on 07 Nov 2007.

The Last Starfighter has generally received positive reviews.

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