Review of Eastern Promises (2007) by Facebook U — 24 Mar 2014

Viggo Mortenson Definitely Deserved The Oscar Nomination.

This review of Eastern Promises (2007) was written by Facebook U on 24 Mar 2014.

Eastern Promises has generally received very positive reviews.

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