Review of Pray the Devil Back to Hell (2008) by Paul K — 15 Jan 2009

Powerful, moving, inspiring. The best film about the power of community organizing...

This review of Pray the Devil Back to Hell (2008) was written by Paul K on 15 Jan 2009.

Pray the Devil Back to Hell has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Cli O (622) on 12 Dec 2008

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