Review of The Man Who Fell to Earth (1976) by Satbachan D — 20 Jun 2013

My Favorite Science Fiction Film Is 1968's 2001: A Space Odyssey.

This review of The Man Who Fell to Earth (1976) was written by Satbachan D on 20 Jun 2013.

The Man Who Fell to Earth has generally received positive reviews.

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