Review of The Boxer (1997) by Pryderi J — 13 Mar 2008

I don't understand some of DDL's choices.

This review of The Boxer (1997) was written by Pryderi J on 13 Mar 2008.

The Boxer has generally received positive reviews.

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With Jim Sheridan, Daniel Day-Lewis and Emily Watson in a film about IRA, it naturally holds my high regards…

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