Review of Reversal of Fortune (2003) by Chris B — 17 Jun 2007

An awesome intruiging drama from 1990 than shows two fantastic acting performances by Close and Irons. I soon as I hear the name Jeremy Irons I think of Reversal Of Fortune. And as soon as I hear Reversal Of Fortune I think of Jeremy Irons.

Keeps your interest through out and id love to read the novel by Dershowitz....

This review of Reversal of Fortune (2003) was written by Chris B on 17 Jun 2007.

Reversal of Fortune has generally received very positive reviews.

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