Review of The Big Trail (1930) by Alex K — 10 May 2017

Me And My Brother Jesse Krajci Both Like John Wayne.

This review of The Big Trail (1930) was written by Alex K on 10 May 2017.

The Big Trail has generally received positive reviews.

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