Review of Black Friday (1940) by Alex B — 16 Jul 2007

A very good interpretation of truth....based on d actual incidence of d Mumbai Blasts!

This review of Black Friday (1940) was written by Alex B on 16 Jul 2007.

Black Friday has generally received positive reviews.

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By Richard G (806) on 09 Sep 2007

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