Review of Joshua (2007) by Magda B — 29 Apr 2008

EXCELLENT! the best film I've recently seen!

This review of Joshua (2007) was written by Magda B on 29 Apr 2008.

Joshua has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Andrew P (1,550) on 01 Dec 2011

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