Review of Heavy Metal in Baghdad (2007) by Brody M — 17 Oct 2009

Good documentary & Acrassicauda kicks ASS!!!

This review of Heavy Metal in Baghdad (2007) was written by Brody M on 17 Oct 2009.

Heavy Metal in Baghdad has generally received very positive reviews.

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