Review of Heartbreak Ridge (1986) by Mike S — 15 May 2007

Pretty entertaining movie about boot camp.

This review of Heartbreak Ridge (1986) was written by Mike S on 15 May 2007.

Heartbreak Ridge has generally received positive reviews.

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