Review of Children Underground (2001) by Michael T — 03 Nov 2012

Eye-opening, distressing & very difficult to watch.

This review of Children Underground (2001) was written by Michael T on 03 Nov 2012.

Children Underground has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Kaity J (71) on 20 Jan 2009

I cannot rationalize it. My heart was filled with sorrow and my eyes with tears. I can never forget it as long as I live…

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