Review of The People vs. Larry Flynt (1996) by Kristen P — 08 May 2013

Milos Forman & Woody Harrelson are in their prime in this harrowing and raw biographic drama.

This review of The People vs. Larry Flynt (1996) was written by Kristen P on 08 May 2013.

The People vs. Larry Flynt has generally received very positive reviews.

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