Review of The Thin Blue Line (1988) by Matt R — 09 Aug 2008

Its a very good documentary that actually has several interesting formal and technical aspects.

This review of The Thin Blue Line (1988) was written by Matt R on 09 Aug 2008.

The Thin Blue Line has generally received very positive reviews.

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