Review of Flags of Our Fathers (2006) by Martin W — 13 Feb 2009

Emotional movie that offers the viewer a different view on the word "hero" and the people that are being called as such.

This review of Flags of Our Fathers (2006) was written by Martin W on 13 Feb 2009.

Flags of Our Fathers has generally received positive reviews.

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