Review of Hearts and Minds (1974) by Jeff D — 05 Oct 2007

Cut from inside an American jet's cockpit to a Vietnamese farmer watching the jet pass overhead: genius.

This review of Hearts and Minds (1974) was written by Jeff D on 05 Oct 2007.

Hearts and Minds has generally received very positive reviews.

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