Review of West of Memphis (2012) by Barnaby G — 24 Dec 2013

Not very different to the Paradise Lost series. Really exposes the ineptitude of the US Justice system.

This review of West of Memphis (2012) was written by Barnaby G on 24 Dec 2013.

West of Memphis has generally received very positive reviews.

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