Review of Battle for Haditha (2007) by Emre A — 16 May 2008

Very nice directed film relying on the facts, with no "show-offs" just like a dramatic documentary... keeping on the tension and flow...

This review of Battle for Haditha (2007) was written by Emre A on 16 May 2008.

Battle for Haditha has generally received positive reviews.

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