Review of The Hurt Locker (2008) by Cain L — 11 Aug 2013

This war movie is like none I ever see before, it maybe the greatest war[film]. But some inaccuracies got in the way. Though Renner's performance was amazingly great.

This review of The Hurt Locker (2008) was written by Cain L on 11 Aug 2013.

The Hurt Locker has generally received very positive reviews.

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