Review of Bowling for Columbine (2002) by Peter D — 06 Apr 2009

I'm all for gun control, but Michael Moore bends a lot of facts in this "documentary.".

This review of Bowling for Columbine (2002) was written by Peter D on 06 Apr 2009.

Bowling for Columbine has generally received very positive reviews.

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