Review of We Are Marshall (2006) by Aspen G — 10 Aug 2013

As football movies go, this is one of the better ones.

This review of We Are Marshall (2006) was written by Aspen G on 10 Aug 2013.

We Are Marshall has generally received positive reviews.

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There are so many emotions in We Are Marshall that there's hardly any room for football -- and when we finally get some, even THAT'S clogged…

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By Ryan C (2,517) on 08 Jul 2016

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By Kevin Crust (344) for Los Angeles Times (12,977) on 30 Jun 2015

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By Deena D (138) on 22 Oct 2013

Although I saw it half way through but I was touched by the inspiring moments in the movie! Should watch :)…

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