Review of The Hurt Locker (2008) by Luis A — 19 Aug 2012

Seriously, one of the best war films I have seen nowadays. Defiantly a worthwhile film with great direction and a great script with superb acting.

This review of The Hurt Locker (2008) was written by Luis A on 19 Aug 2012.

The Hurt Locker has generally received very positive reviews.

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