Review of Red Dawn (2012) by Catherine R — 30 Aug 2014

Liked this modern remake. Eye candy a plus.

This review of Red Dawn (2012) was written by Catherine R on 30 Aug 2014.

Red Dawn has generally received mixed reviews.

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