Review of Valkyrie (2008) by Sam B — 08 Jan 2011

I wondered what would have happened if the plot to get rid of Hitler actually worked.

This review of Valkyrie (2008) was written by Sam B on 08 Jan 2011.

Valkyrie has generally received positive reviews.

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