Review of Joan Rivers: A Piece of Work (2010) by Keith D — 03 Jul 2010

An honest portrait of a woman who more than anything, tries.

This review of Joan Rivers: A Piece of Work (2010) was written by Keith D on 03 Jul 2010.

Joan Rivers: A Piece of Work has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Romeil S (1) on 05 Sep 2014

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By Andrew O'hehir (1,324) for Salon.com (2,725) on 06 Nov 2013

Maybe Joan Rivers is a high-powered engine of self-debasement who will go lower than anyone else for a laugh and a dollar, and maybe she's…

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