Review of Broken Arrow (1996) by Trent B — 18 Mar 2009

Good, even with Mini-Jack and gurning John.

This review of Broken Arrow (1996) was written by Trent B on 18 Mar 2009.

Broken Arrow has generally received mixed reviews.

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