Review of Jarhead (2005) by Elizabeth S — 08 Nov 2010

Watch the hbo show "generation Kill' instead.

This review of Jarhead (2005) was written by Elizabeth S on 08 Nov 2010.

Jarhead has generally received positive reviews.

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