Review of The Thin Blue Line (1988) by Ryan B — 21 May 2018

The greatest document with perfect cinematography, perfect editing and perfect soundtrack since Battleship Potemkin.

This review of The Thin Blue Line (1988) was written by Ryan B on 21 May 2018.

The Thin Blue Line has generally received very positive reviews.

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