Review of The Interrupters (2011) by Greg W — 18 Nov 2012

Not a doc but very doc like in quality about the street violence in chicago.

This review of The Interrupters (2011) was written by Greg W on 18 Nov 2012.

The Interrupters has generally received very positive reviews.

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