Review of Last Train Home (2009) by Kate H — 27 Sep 2011

Heartbreaking doc about the price the Chinese pay for their status as a superpower.

This review of Last Train Home (2009) was written by Kate H on 27 Sep 2011.

Last Train Home has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Marilyn L (18) on 28 Aug 2011

Very interesting. Thought about complaining about our cramped airline seats, but after seeing this movie, no complaints at all…

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By Valeria P (338) on 26 Jul 2012

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By Lars L (31) on 03 May 2011

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By Lisa W (699) on 02 Jun 2011

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By Richard R (553) on 22 Apr 2011

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Es una historia real, sumamente dramÃ¡tica, acerca de lo que vive la base de esa gran potencia que es la China moderna…

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Last Train Home will tug at your heartstrings as it opens your eyes, but it also will make you feel incredibly lucky and more than a little spoiled…

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