Review of The Pentagon Wars (1998) by Benedict J — 26 Jan 2010

Wonderful exposition of US military incompetence.

This review of The Pentagon Wars (1998) was written by Benedict J on 26 Jan 2010.

The Pentagon Wars has generally received very positive reviews.

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Cary Elwes at his smirky best, a strong plot and good acting raises this one to four full stars. Catch it on cable sometime…

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