Review of Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002) by Moira F — 18 Nov 2007

Hard to watch because it made me so angry, but an amazing story.

This review of Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002) was written by Moira F on 18 Nov 2007.

Rabbit-Proof Fence has generally received very positive reviews.

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