Review of In the Valley of Elah (2007) by Jussi S — 21 Nov 2008

A good Movie with Tommy Lee Jones his a true american.

This review of In the Valley of Elah (2007) was written by Jussi S on 21 Nov 2008.

In the Valley of Elah has generally received positive reviews.

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