Review of The House I Live In (1957) by Richard M — 23 Nov 2012

Essential, shocking, fascinating viewing about the US "War on Drugs".

This review of The House I Live In (1957) was written by Richard M on 23 Nov 2012.

The House I Live In has generally received very positive reviews.

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