Review of Full Metal Jacket (1987) by Declan B — 15 Feb 2014

Second best Vietnam War film of all time next only to the Almighty Apocalypse Now.

This review of Full Metal Jacket (1987) was written by Declan B on 15 Feb 2014.

Full Metal Jacket has generally received very positive reviews.

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