Review of Five Broken Cameras (2011) by Austin B — 11 Apr 2014

Extraordinary documentary that left me heartbroken.

This review of Five Broken Cameras (2011) was written by Austin B on 11 Apr 2014.

Five Broken Cameras has generally received very positive reviews.

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