Review of Time Bandits (1981) by Aaron A — 19 Oct 2009

This movie never gets old. Great everytime I watch it.

This review of Time Bandits (1981) was written by Aaron A on 19 Oct 2009.

Time Bandits has generally received positive reviews.

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