Review of Born on the Fourth of July (1989) by Michal J — 16 May 2012

Watch this and then tell me what you think of Tom Cruise!

This review of Born on the Fourth of July (1989) was written by Michal J on 16 May 2012.

Born on the Fourth of July has generally received positive reviews.

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