Review of In the Valley of Elah (2007) by Emily W — 17 Nov 2008

A very very good movie. Tommy Lee is excellent, Charlize is excellent. Well written, well acted.

This review of In the Valley of Elah (2007) was written by Emily W on 17 Nov 2008.

In the Valley of Elah has generally received positive reviews.

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