Review of Election (1999) by Shawn M — 18 Apr 2012

Totally different at the time...a taboo topic that would proliferate the nightly news in years to come, but handled in a clever and funny and satirical manner...great acting from all...

This review of Election (1999) was written by Shawn M on 18 Apr 2012.

Election has generally received very positive reviews.

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