Review of The Killing Fields (1984) by Victor P — 30 Aug 2008

One of the most moving and shocking movies I have ever seen. Learnt about the khmer rouge only after watching this movie. A great film by Roland Joffe.

This review of The Killing Fields (1984) was written by Victor P on 30 Aug 2008.

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