Review of Advise & Consent (1962) by Bubba M — 27 Feb 2009

Very dry. Slow Moving. Loads of classic stars, but it was tough to get through.

This review of Advise & Consent (1962) was written by Bubba M on 27 Feb 2009.

Advise & Consent has generally received very positive reviews.

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