Review of Rambo: First Blood Part II (1985) by Ethan M — 21 Jul 2013

A dumb but earnest and at times, emotional action flick.

This review of Rambo: First Blood Part II (1985) was written by Ethan M on 21 Jul 2013.

Rambo: First Blood Part II has generally received positive reviews.

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