Review of Frost/Nixon (2008) by Ryan W — 20 Sep 2010

Compelling drama, right up there with its forebear 'All the President's Men'.

This review of Frost/Nixon (2008) was written by Ryan W on 20 Sep 2010.

Frost/Nixon has generally received very positive reviews.

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