Review of Graceland (2012) by Laszlo S — 27 Apr 2013

Powerful, dark and honest thriller from Manila by Ron Morales.

This review of Graceland (2012) was written by Laszlo S on 27 Apr 2013.

Graceland has generally received positive reviews.

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