Review of In the Valley of Elah (2007) by Jon J — 08 May 2010

If you don't mind its politics, it's a great movie. Tommy Lee Jones will break your heart.

This review of In the Valley of Elah (2007) was written by Jon J on 08 May 2010.

In the Valley of Elah has generally received positive reviews.

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This movie says more than Hurt Locker or Sniper. Anyone who questions what we are doing to our children in the military must see this sleeper…

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