Review of Rescue Dawn (2007) by Szilvia V — 22 Aug 2009

This movie portrays the desperation of POWs and it does a superb job of it... Great movie!!! A must see!

This review of Rescue Dawn (2007) was written by Szilvia V on 22 Aug 2009.

Rescue Dawn has generally received positive reviews.

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