Review of Hot Coffee (2011) by Dan M — 31 Jan 2012

Very insightful and well executed documentary. Entertaining for the lay person, but a must for any lawyer.

This review of Hot Coffee (2011) was written by Dan M on 31 Jan 2012.

Hot Coffee has generally received positive reviews.

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