Review of Stolen Seas (2013) by Avid C — 19 Jan 2013

A great film on the reality of Somalian piracy. A must see.

This review of Stolen Seas (2013) was written by Avid C on 19 Jan 2013.

Stolen Seas has generally received positive reviews.

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