Review of Flags of Our Fathers (2006) by Jason O — 15 Aug 2009

Not my favorite, but still a great war movie.

This review of Flags of Our Fathers (2006) was written by Jason O on 15 Aug 2009.

Flags of Our Fathers has generally received positive reviews.

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By Teresa M (93) on 11 Jan 2015

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