Review of Knuckleball! (2012) by Carl G — 26 Aug 2013

Well done Documentary on the Special craft of the Knuckleball!

This review of Knuckleball! (2012) was written by Carl G on 26 Aug 2013.

Knuckleball! has generally received positive reviews.

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