Review of When We Were Kings (1996) by Chris P — 30 Mar 2008

Stunning, thrilling, inspiring, historic, one of the best documentaries I've ever seen.

This review of When We Were Kings (1996) was written by Chris P on 30 Mar 2008.

When We Were Kings has generally received very positive reviews.

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