Review of 2010 (1984) by James C — 10 Jun 2012

Has is this movie getting good ratings. It lacks narrative continuity with the first film and completely lacks the "feel" of 2001...

This review of 2010 (1984) was written by James C on 10 June 2012.

2010 has generally received positive reviews.

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Entertaining, albeit it average, sequel to a masterpiece. If I didn't love 2001 so much I doubt I would care much at all for this movie…

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