Review of Land and Freedom (1995) by Åsa H — 23 Sep 2007

Ken Loach is a great fighter and film maker! Makes you want to be there even though you know how it ends...

This review of Land and Freedom (1995) was written by Åsa H on 23 Sep 2007.

Land and Freedom has generally received positive reviews.

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