Review of War Dance (2007) by Petra S — 21 Nov 2007

SEE IT.

So important and really beautiful.

This review of War Dance (2007) was written by Petra S on 21 Nov 2007.

War Dance has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Sheila M (157) on 09 May 2009

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By Jim Ridley (126) for Village Voice (8,525) on 03 Jul 2015

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For these kids to sing and dance with all their hearts, they need to go to a place in themselves that should be closed down forever…

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