Review of The Secret of NIMH (1982) by Jeffrey B — 08 Feb 2008

A classic cartoon that I don't think many have seen in this decade... pretty good animation & I like the music too...

This review of The Secret of NIMH (1982) was written by Jeffrey B on 08 Feb 2008.

The Secret of NIMH has generally received very positive reviews.

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