Review of The Birth of a Nation (1915) by Anthony S — 20 May 2005

Great despite being very Depressing and offensive.

This review of The Birth of a Nation (1915) was written by Anthony S on 20 May 2005.

The Birth of a Nation has generally received mixed reviews.

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