Review of Living in Emergency: Stories of Doctors Without Borders (2008) by Keithlee S — 15 Mar 2011

A great movie. It's beautifully unwelcoming, truthful and brash. I believe all should see this film.

This review of Living in Emergency: Stories of Doctors Without Borders (2008) was written by Keithlee S on 15 Mar 2011.

Living in Emergency: Stories of Doctors Without Borders has generally received positive reviews.

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