Review of Bowling for Columbine (2002) by Guilherme N — 28 Aug 2014

Witty demagogue, with whom I agree (in this one).

This review of Bowling for Columbine (2002) was written by Guilherme N on 28 Aug 2014.

Bowling for Columbine has generally received very positive reviews.

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