Review of Rogue Trader (1999) by Wrik S — 29 Oct 2014

I actually empathized with Nick Leeson. Ewan McGregor was excellent.

This review of Rogue Trader (1999) was written by Wrik S on 29 Oct 2014.

Rogue Trader has generally received mixed reviews.

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