Review of Hatari! (1962) by Cleveland C — 12 Jun 2007

My Favorite John Wayne movie. The Duke Sodding Rocks!

This review of Hatari! (1962) was written by Cleveland C on 12 Jun 2007.

Hatari! has generally received positive reviews.

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