Review of Our Children (2012) by Berni E — 25 Jan 2016

Hard story....harrowing to watch....but exceptionally well conveyed....

This review of Our Children (2012) was written by Berni E on 25 Jan 2016.

Our Children has generally received positive reviews.

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