Review of Reversal of Fortune (1990) by Stu C — 08 Aug 2009

Superior courtroom drama without the court room. Worth a view every 5-10 years just to remind you how entertaining yet disturbing the characters are. Iron's and Close in understated but brilliant roles, perhaps some of the best casting of all time.

This review of Reversal of Fortune (1990) was written by Stu C on 08 Aug 2009.

Reversal of Fortune has generally received very positive reviews.

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