Review of Tears of the Sun (2003) by Paul J — 08 Aug 2011

I loved this movie.. Very powerful indeed!!!

This review of Tears of the Sun (2003) was written by Paul J on 08 Aug 2011.

Tears of the Sun has generally received positive reviews.

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