Review of Machine Gun Preacher (2011) by Chris D — 02 May 2012

The inspirational and self sacrificing 'jerk-turned-hero' tale of Sam Childers...Beyond Borders meets Rambo.

This review of Machine Gun Preacher (2011) was written by Chris D on 02 May 2012.

Machine Gun Preacher has generally received positive reviews.

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