Review of Roman Polanski: Wanted and Desired (2008) by Leigh E — 30 Jun 2009

Infuriating failures of justice and media are revealed in this well paced, fascinating documentary.

This review of Roman Polanski: Wanted and Desired (2008) was written by Leigh E on 30 Jun 2009.

Roman Polanski: Wanted and Desired has generally received positive reviews.

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By Lee B (1,154) on 13 Jul 2010

This movie is deep, meaning it goes real deep into the case itself. The doc revolves around the case and has a interview with the victim…

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By Andrew C (1,943) on 18 Jul 2010

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By Jess F (50) on 11 Jun 2012

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By M. E. Russell (386) for Portland Oregonian (2,019) on 11 Oct 2011

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By Liam Lacey (1,725) for The Globe and Mail (Toronto) (4,018) on 21 Aug 2013

The phrase in the title wanted and desired is offered by a producer friend of Polanski's who describes him as wanted in the United States,…

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