Review of In the Valley of Elah (2007) by Veronica B — 03 Nov 2008

Some things and people are just not what you think.

This review of In the Valley of Elah (2007) was written by Veronica B on 03 Nov 2008.

In the Valley of Elah has generally received positive reviews.

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