Review of Battle of the Sexes (2017) by Eric R — 29 Sep 2017

Emma Stone gives another award-worthy performance in this entertaining take on the Billie Jean King/Bobby Riggs tennis match of the 1970's.

This review of Battle of the Sexes (2017) was written by Eric R on 29 Sep 2017.

Battle of the Sexes has generally received positive reviews.

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