Review of Swimming to Cambodia (1987) by Joe C — 07 Jun 2007

This film is even more poignant since his tragic suicide (drowning).

This review of Swimming to Cambodia (1987) was written by Joe C on 07 Jun 2007.

Swimming to Cambodia has generally received very positive reviews.

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