Review of In the Valley of Elah (2007) by Rob . — 15 Dec 2008

See what can an ugly war turn a nice young man into.

This review of In the Valley of Elah (2007) was written by Rob . on 15 Dec 2008.

In the Valley of Elah has generally received positive reviews.

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