Review of West of Memphis (2012) by Miranda P — 17 Mar 2013

Brilliant, totally convincing (though I stopped needing to be convinced about 18 years ago), and sort of heartbreaking in a way. Also, I now love Eddie Vedder.

This review of West of Memphis (2012) was written by Miranda P on 17 Mar 2013.

West of Memphis has generally received very positive reviews.

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