Review of Operation Avalanche (2016) by Jacob F — 13 Jan 2017

Amazing film, a must see for anyone that loved The Dirties.

This review of Operation Avalanche (2016) was written by Jacob F on 13 Jan 2017.

Operation Avalanche has generally received positive reviews.

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