Review of The Thin Red Line (1998) by Mada M — 12 Oct 2013

Terrence Malick is an incredible film-maker!

This review of The Thin Red Line (1998) was written by Mada M on 12 Oct 2013.

The Thin Red Line has generally received very positive reviews.

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