Review of Waiting for "Superman" (2010) by Richard B — 18 Aug 2011

This movie truly open our eyes about the reality of education now.. worth to watch for documentary freak :D.

This review of Waiting for "Superman" (2010) was written by Richard B on 18 Aug 2011.

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