Review of Boiler Room (2000) by Mike S — 09 Sep 2007

Superb sales film, exhibiting 'closing' tactics not disimilar to some of the sales companies I have worked for!

This review of Boiler Room (2000) was written by Mike S on 09 Sep 2007.

Boiler Room has generally received mixed reviews.

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