Review of A Dry White Season (1989) by John T — 17 Apr 2007

What is the saying.....for evil to win,all it takes is for good men to do nothing.This movie shows what can happen when we don't get involved.

This review of A Dry White Season (1989) was written by John T on 17 Apr 2007.

A Dry White Season has generally received positive reviews.

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