Review of The Killing Fields (1984) by André Ø — 13 Nov 2008

Review will be written when/if re-watched (Probability: Low).

First viewing: 13.04.2003.

This review of The Killing Fields (1984) was written by André Ø on 13 Nov 2008.

The Killing Fields has generally received very positive reviews.

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