Review of Rescue Dawn (2007) by Paul D — 18 Feb 2012

Awesome movie. Christain Bale is amazing in this very gripping true story! This movie is both sad and funny at times, but overall very good.

This review of Rescue Dawn (2007) was written by Paul D on 18 Feb 2012.

Rescue Dawn has generally received positive reviews.

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