Review of The Central Park Five (2012) by Danny T — 17 Jan 2014

Great documentary that will make you angry and should make us think twice about rushing to judgment.

This review of The Central Park Five (2012) was written by Danny T on 17 Jan 2014.

The Central Park Five has generally received very positive reviews.

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