Review of The Devil Came on Horseback (2007) by Lisa G — 13 Dec 2007

Graphic. After watching Hotel Rwanda, I can't believe I'm seening this again, only not a dramitization.

This review of The Devil Came on Horseback (2007) was written by Lisa G on 13 Dec 2007.

The Devil Came on Horseback has generally received very positive reviews.

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