Johnny Mad Dog

Johnny Mad Dog

2008 · 97 min · ★ 6.2 · Drama, History, War

A cast of unknown performers are used in this drama about child soldiers fighting a war in an unnamed African country.

Directed by Jean-Stéphane Sauvaire · Written by Jean-Stéphane Sauvaire

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