Review of Rescue Dawn (2007) by Paul S — 16 May 2009

I can't imagine when they eat worms n snake!!!

This review of Rescue Dawn (2007) was written by Paul S on 16 May 2009.

Rescue Dawn has generally received positive reviews.

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