Review of Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson (2008) by Greg W — 04 Feb 2013

Awesome doc about one of my favourite characters.

This review of Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson (2008) was written by Greg W on 04 Feb 2013.

Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson has generally received very positive reviews.

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This was a really good documentary about the great Hunter Thompson. If you are a fan of his or just a literary fan, its a must see. I…

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