Review of Born on the Fourth of July (1989) by Bruno L — 29 Jan 2009

Good story about kovic's life. well played by cruise.

This review of Born on the Fourth of July (1989) was written by Bruno L on 29 Jan 2009.

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

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