Review of Broadcast News (1987) by Nathan C — 14 Jul 2008

Holly Hunter is fabulous in this...feisty little thing! And William Hurt does a great job as the shallow, arrogant anchor.

This review of Broadcast News (1987) was written by Nathan C on 14 Jul 2008.

Broadcast News has generally received very positive reviews.

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