Review of Road to Perdition (2002) by Marshallm. — 28 Oct 2005

Amazing, it was nominated for 7 academy awards.

This review of Road to Perdition (2002) was written by Marshallm. on 28 Oct 2005.

Road to Perdition has generally received very positive reviews.

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