Review of Why We Fight (2005) by Benjamin P — 08 Jun 2007

Possibly the best documentary about American militarism ever made, Why We Fight makes Michael Moore flinch.

This review of Why We Fight (2005) was written by Benjamin P on 08 Jun 2007.

Why We Fight has generally received very positive reviews.

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It was interesting and I learned a lot. plus it totally changed my opinion on war and what are we fighting for…

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By Travis F (151) on 21 Feb 2010

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Sadly the views in this matched my own, he testimonials from the people interviewed were convincing and balanced…

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By Brad M (499) on 04 Dec 2009

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