Review of Bordertown (2007) by Tom R — 20 Dec 2007

Really loved this movie. Really shocking story!

This review of Bordertown (2007) was written by Tom R on 20 Dec 2007.

Bordertown has generally received positive reviews.

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Blah blah, big corporations, special interests. No wonder this sinker had no wide release. Real issues dealt with by heavy handed means…

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