Review of Absolute Power (1997) by P B — 04 Nov 2007

Love the book, love Eastwood but this is not something to cheer for. Sad huh?

This review of Absolute Power (1997) was written by P B on 04 Nov 2007.

Absolute Power has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Robert R (1,109) on 31 Oct 2017

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Completely unrealistic. It starts off slow and then ends on a low note as well, but it is a decent Clint Eastwood thriller otherwise…

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Absolute Power is a marginal film, but only sporadically good. Certain scenes are riveting, while others fall flat…

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One of the many great movies with Clint Eastwood , Suspence for sure ! SOMVIDEO…

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A political thriller with some holes in the plot, nonetheless it's entertaining thanks to the talented cast…

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