Review of Land and Freedom (1995) by Ronnie W — 16 Apr 2009

The late Jim Allen's screenplay is superb.

This review of Land and Freedom (1995) was written by Ronnie W on 16 Apr 2009.

Land and Freedom has generally received positive reviews.

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