Review of Rambo: First Blood Part II (1985) by Don M — 15 Aug 2010

The birth of the icon we know as Rambo. Shirtless, machine-gunning badass. Great action.

This review of Rambo: First Blood Part II (1985) was written by Don M on 15 Aug 2010.

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

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