Review of The Killing Fields (1984) by Robert K — 26 Nov 2007

In my opinion this movie is the truiest account on war period no hollywood glamour here raw emotion.

This review of The Killing Fields (1984) was written by Robert K on 26 Nov 2007.

The Killing Fields has generally received very positive reviews.

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