Review of Lunch (2012) by Charlie S — 18 Dec 2013

This is a great documentary. It has all my favorite classic TV writers in one place. I'm glad someone was clever enough to make this film. I really enjoyed it.

This review of Lunch (2012) was written by Charlie S on 18 Dec 2013.

Lunch has generally received mixed reviews.

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Low-key and low-tech, Lunch coasts on the earned wisdom of pros who know how to work a room. Right up to the arrival of their separate checks…

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