Review of Assassination of a High School President (2008) by Martin H — 26 Feb 2009

If I'm bored enough after I put the boys to bed, on dvd that is.

This review of Assassination of a High School President (2008) was written by Martin H on 26 Feb 2009.

Assassination of a High School President has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Jake R (447) on 24 Jul 2012

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