Review of The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (2005) by Simon V — 17 Oct 2018

Such a great movie. Adams would be proud of this work of art.

This review of The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (2005) was written by Simon V on 17 October 2018.

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy has generally received positive reviews.

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