Review of War of the Worlds (2005) by Champ S — 26 Aug 2014

The most intense sci fi film of the 2000s!

This review of War of the Worlds (2005) was written by Champ S on 26 Aug 2014.

War of the Worlds has generally received positive reviews.

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