Review of W. (2008) by Marylew B — 01 May 2010

I tried, He is so STUPID I just couldnt watch it!

This review of W. (2008) was written by Marylew B on 01 May 2010.

W. has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Octavian (187) on 04 Jul 2014

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By Calvin P (13) on 21 Dec 2015

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Oliver Stone's effort in recapturing Bush's term in office is quite impressive, but unfortunately uneventful as well as dull as dishwater…

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