Review of Fifty Dead Men Walking (2008) by Gayle B — 28 Feb 2009

Geat political thriller about Nothern Ireland, the Troubles and one man who tried to do the right thing. Well worth seeing.

This review of Fifty Dead Men Walking (2008) was written by Gayle B on 28 Feb 2009.

Fifty Dead Men Walking has generally received positive reviews.

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