Review of Battle Royale (2000) by Damian B — 12 May 2012

BR is awesome. A masterpiece, violence, & survival movie. Wouldn't mind seeing it in 3D.

This review of Battle Royale (2000) was written by Damian B on 12 May 2012.

Battle Royale has generally received very positive reviews.

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