Review of The Armstrong Lie (2013) by Kevin T — 08 Sep 2014

Finally the documentary we have all been waiting for. It's good but only need to watch it once.

This review of The Armstrong Lie (2013) was written by Kevin T on 08 Sep 2014.

The Armstrong Lie has generally received positive reviews.

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Very interesting look into the scandal. I grew up watching the Tour and watching Armstrong always win... this sheds a whole new light on it…

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By Graham Young (657) for Birmingham Mail (391) on 09 Oct 2014

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By Jeff N (329) on 01 Jun 2014

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By Tracy F (421) on 20 Jun 2014

Sad. Still seems as if he doesn't believe he did all he did. Definitely saw a completely different side through this…

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