Review of King of Devil's Island (2010) by Paul D — 24 Aug 2013

Very good drama about the bleak conditions in a concentration camp like boys home on a remote island.

This review of King of Devil's Island (2010) was written by Paul D on 24 Aug 2013.

King of Devil's Island has generally received very positive reviews.

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