Review of Broken Arrow (1996) by Chico — 12 May 2008

Rather predictable performances by giftedactors. I think they were as thrilled to be making the movie as we were to be watching it.

This review of Broken Arrow (1996) was written by Chico on 12 May 2008.

Broken Arrow has generally received mixed reviews.

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