Review of Emperor (2012) by Chris W — 05 Oct 2013

It was an interesting movie of past history was not to bad of a movie didn't feel like a super long movie to me it was well done I must say.

This review of Emperor (2012) was written by Chris W on 05 Oct 2013.

Emperor has generally received mixed reviews.

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Matthew Fox restrains himself and nails the role of General Bonnet Fellers, the key figure in deciding how a victorious US will proceed after…

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By Alberto M (190) on 18 Oct 2013

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By Franzisko R (48) on 18 Oct 2013

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By Graham Young (657) for Birmingham Mail (391) on 03 Oct 2013

The climax, when MacArthur finally meets Hirohito, is fascinating - and validated by the end-credit, picture-led round-up of what happened…

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By Gordon C (275) on 07 Nov 2013

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By Ale L (292) on 05 Dec 2013

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By Jay M (484) on 04 Feb 2016

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By Christopher C (1,363) on 19 Jan 2014

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