Review of This Island Earth (1955) by David H — 17 Sep 2009

How is this the worst movie ever made, its got some of the best special effects for a movie that is from the 1950's. Its a great movie.

This review of This Island Earth (1955) was written by David H on 17 Sep 2009.

This Island Earth has generally received mixed reviews.

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