Review of Broadcast News (1987) by Brian K — 27 Oct 2010

Poignant and funny, one of the few movies that has gotten better with age.

This review of Broadcast News (1987) was written by Brian K on 27 Oct 2010.

Broadcast News has generally received very positive reviews.

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I was kind of worried that despite the many critics that gave it high praise, the audience weren't so, and I can kinda see why…

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