Outside the Wire: The Forgotten Children of Afghanistan (2011)
Overview
The mission: Capture US and NATO forces on camera giving food, water, clothing, blankets, and medical supplies to widows and orphans in refugee camps and villages of Afghanistan.
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Additional Info
| Budget | $100,000.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 0.1874 |
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Anthony Hornus
Himself
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