Review of Backdraft (1991) by Nikki — 12 May 2008

MY SON OBSESSED OVER THIS MOVIE FOR YEARS...UNTIL LADDER 49 CAME OUT!

This review of Backdraft (1991) was written by Nikki on 12 May 2008.

Backdraft has generally received positive reviews.

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