Review of Trouble the Water (2008) by Christian A — 28 Feb 2009

"My son won't fight for a country that doesn't care about him".

This review of Trouble the Water (2008) was written by Christian A on 28 Feb 2009.

Trouble the Water has generally received very positive reviews.

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