Review of Miracle at St. Anna (2008) by Manuch S — 04 Aug 2009

I really liked this, kept me glued to the screen the whole way thru. Probably my favorite spike lee film, which means most others probably won't agree :P.

This review of Miracle at St. Anna (2008) was written by Manuch S on 04 Aug 2009.

Miracle at St. Anna has generally received mixed reviews.

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