Review of Me and Orson Welles (2008) by Peter A — 16 Dec 2009

Great little movie. Christian McKay absolutely steals the show as Welles.

This review of Me and Orson Welles (2008) was written by Peter A on 16 Dec 2009.

Me and Orson Welles has generally received positive reviews.

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