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Horizon Season 9, Episode 22: The Surgery of Violence
Horizon explores the development and techniques of brain surgery from the 1950's to present-day in Britain and the USA. Watch Horizon Season 9, Episode 22 The Surgery of Violence in HD free online. Enjoy high-quality streaming of Horizon Season 9, Episode 22 and share your thoughts in the comments below!
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