Review of Tae Guk Gi: The Brotherhood of War (2004) by Elaine G — 06 Dec 2007

Wasted my time & $ for rental, not a realistic war film at all.

This review of Tae Guk Gi: The Brotherhood of War (2004) was written by Elaine G on 06 Dec 2007.

Tae Guk Gi: The Brotherhood of War has generally received very positive reviews.

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