Review of The Butler (2013) by Paula L — 09 Feb 2014

This drama is very didactic and shows us the butler's perspective through the civil rights movement. Racism all the way..

This review of The Butler (2013) was written by Paula L on 09 Feb 2014.

The Butler has generally received positive reviews.

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