Review of Midway (1976) by Jason S — 18 Jun 2007

This one is in the same class as Tora! Tora! Tora! Excellent depiction of the turning point in the Pacific.

This review of Midway (1976) was written by Jason S on 18 Jun 2007.

Midway has generally received positive reviews.

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