Review of O (2001) by Jeff M — 28 Jan 2008

Laughable adaptation for teens. hartnett is lame.

This review of O (2001) was written by Jeff M on 28 Jan 2008.

O has generally received mixed reviews.

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Perfect movie. I loved reading othello and I think this is a great adaptation…

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