Review of Mississippi Burning (1988) by Bill B — 16 Aug 2007

Defoe and Hackman in a film what more can we ask for , a true classic . Time to show it more often.

This review of Mississippi Burning (1988) was written by Bill B on 16 Aug 2007.

Mississippi Burning has generally received very positive reviews.

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