Review of Milk (2008) by Ted W — 11 Jul 2017

Amazing film. Terrific performances, strong script, and excellent use of documentary and news footage to ground everything in reality and fact.

This review of Milk (2008) was written by Ted W on 11 Jul 2017.

Milk has generally received very positive reviews.

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