Review of Flags of Our Fathers (2006) by Ryan L — 01 Aug 2010

One of my favorite things is when Hollywood finds ways of killing our nationalism through the truths of history.

This review of Flags of Our Fathers (2006) was written by Ryan L on 01 Aug 2010.

Flags of Our Fathers has generally received positive reviews.

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