Review of Full Metal Jacket (1987) by Marco F — 22 Jan 2014

Timeless classic. Should be mandatory watching in us senate.

This review of Full Metal Jacket (1987) was written by Marco F on 22 Jan 2014.

Full Metal Jacket has generally received very positive reviews.

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