Review of J. Edgar (2011) by Larissa N — 17 Sep 2015

Got this in the mail today - 1 day ahead of the official release date! - can't wait to watch it!!!

This review of J. Edgar (2011) was written by Larissa N on 17 Sep 2015.

J. Edgar has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Joan S (43) on 15 Jun 2016

A fascinating look at the creation of the FBI and American history from 1920-1970 or so. Amazing performance by Leo…

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By Max H (471) on 31 May 2016

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By Shae S (166) on 31 Jul 2016

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The director openly displays the protagonist's defects, but also his impressive intelligence... [Full review in Spanish]…

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By Tatsuhito K (750) on 12 Sep 2016

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Clint Eastwood, a veteran director delivers a polite and well executed biopic about one of the most controversial and enigmatic figures of…

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By Sam M (1,488) on 17 May 2016

Great, reasonably balanced, biopic on a highly controversial figure A study on J Edgar Hoover, famed long-serving director of the FBI…

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By Brandy Mcdonnell (170) for The Oklahoman (170) on 06 Aug 2018

Eastwood's sure-handed direction, Black's time-shifting storytelling and the stellar performances make J. Edgar worth watching…

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By Spencer H (746) on 23 Nov 2016

Boring, dull, stupid, and no good, J. Edgar was a pretty terrible movie from the legend Clint Eastwood…

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