Review of Phil Ochs: There But for Fortune (2011) by David Rooney for The Hollywood Reporter — 04 Jan 2011

Kenneth Bowser's terrific documentary is a poignant portrait of an uncompromising artist.

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This review of Phil Ochs: There But for Fortune (2011) was written by David Rooney and published by The Hollywood Reporter on 04 Jan 2011.

Phil Ochs: There But for Fortune has generally received very positive reviews.

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