Review of Election (1999) by Tatsuhito K — 21 Feb 2013

Brilliant dark comedy - every role was perfectly cast. This is the what made me notice Reese Witherspoon..

This review of Election (1999) was written by Tatsuhito K on 21 Feb 2013.

Election has generally received very positive reviews.

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