Review of The Indian Runner (1991) by Fraser B — 27 Apr 2008

Viggo Mortensen plays the troubled vet well, one of his great performances.

This review of The Indian Runner (1991) was written by Fraser B on 27 Apr 2008.

The Indian Runner has generally received positive reviews.

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