Review of Charlie Wilson's War (2007) by Shamik M — 19 Apr 2012

Quietly this movie may be the best of 2007 (above American Gangster and No Country for Old Men).

This review of Charlie Wilson's War (2007) was written by Shamik M on 19 Apr 2012.

Charlie Wilson's War has generally received positive reviews.

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