Review of Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room (2005) by Taylor — 22 Jan 2007

Interesting scandal. Horrible movie! So poorly put together.

This review of Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room (2005) was written by Taylor on 22 Jan 2007.

Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room has generally received very positive reviews.

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