Review of The Birth of a Nation (2016) by Aaron B — 22 Jan 2017

Felt like a good history lesson but not much more.

This review of The Birth of a Nation (2016) was written by Aaron B on 22 Jan 2017.

The Birth of a Nation has generally received positive reviews.

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