Review of The History Boys (2006) by Leslie A — 29 Nov 2008

Deeply confusing. But still good. Now I want to see the play.

This review of The History Boys (2006) was written by Leslie A on 29 Nov 2008.

The History Boys has generally received positive reviews.

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Should have stayed on the stage you feel, just does not work as a movie…

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By Gary T (2,283) on 23 Mar 2014

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