Review of Elephant (2010) by Edgar C — 08 Aug 2012

Modeled after the Columbine incident, this is one of the creepiest things ever. Shows the pointlessness of violence.

This review of Elephant (2010) was written by Edgar C on 08 Aug 2012.

Elephant has generally received positive reviews.

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