Review of Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002) by Laura L — 12 Jun 2007

Moving film. However, I think you could only watch it once or twice...because once you get the gist of it...that's it.

This review of Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002) was written by Laura L on 12 Jun 2007.

Rabbit-Proof Fence has generally received very positive reviews.

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