Review of Emperor (2012) by Ric H — 16 May 2013

Excellent Movie with excellent acting...Tommy Lee Jones can perform as General MacArthur!

This review of Emperor (2012) was written by Ric H on 16 May 2013.

Emperor has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Lance S (143) on 10 Nov 2013

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Thank heaven for Jones's reliable grouchiness, his bloodhound eyes, high-belted paunch, and deader-than-deadpan drawl offering welcome relief…

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By Michael K (2,029) on 20 Dec 2014

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By Sylvester E (218) on 26 Oct 2013

An interesting Piece of history. I enjoyed this film very much. I believe Emperor deserves much better than 31% fresh…

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By Heather M (2,904) on 07 Mar 2014

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