Review of My Country, My Country (2006) by Drew V — 05 Dec 2007

Decent Iraq documentary. This was the same time I was over there.

This review of My Country, My Country (2006) was written by Drew V on 05 Dec 2007.

My Country, My Country has generally received positive reviews.

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