Review of The History Boys (2006) by Michael H — 10 Mar 2008

This was good, but I think I would enjoy it better had I seen it on stage.

This review of The History Boys (2006) was written by Michael H on 10 Mar 2008.

The History Boys has generally received positive reviews.

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