Review of The War of the Worlds (1953) by Emma D — 09 Apr 2011

It was a good film but not sure that I want to watch it again.

This review of The War of the Worlds (1953) was written by Emma D on 09 Apr 2011.

The War of the Worlds has generally received positive reviews.

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