Review of The English Surgeon (2007) by Martha S — 08 Aug 2009

A truly great film.

Not the ordinary documentary at all.

Inspiring to say the least.

This review of The English Surgeon (2007) was written by Martha S on 08 Aug 2009.

The English Surgeon has generally received positive reviews.

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