Review of Mea Maxima Culpa: Silence in the House of God (2012) by David G — 11 Feb 2013

A stark and heartbreaking documentary. Definitely not for the faint of heart, but definitely important viewing.

This review of Mea Maxima Culpa: Silence in the House of God (2012) was written by David G on 11 Feb 2013.

Mea Maxima Culpa: Silence in the House of God has generally received very positive reviews.

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