Review of Backdraft (1991) by Vicki & Dan, So Much In Love — 19 Aug 2008

When I first saw this movie I said I wanted to be a firefighter, and now I am.

This review of Backdraft (1991) was written by Vicki & Dan, So Much In Love on 19 Aug 2008.

Backdraft has generally received positive reviews.

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