- Studio: THINKFilm
- Release Date: Jun 24, 2005
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- Summary: This documentary provides a rare and fascinating look at Lew Wasserman, the largest of the many larger-than-life men who made Hollywood what it is today. (ThinkFilm)
- Director: Barry Avrich
- Genre(s): Biography, Documentary
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88Avrich's colorful account of Wasserman's career starts out looking like a puff piece, but quickly reveals a refreshing willingness to delve into the dirty side of a glamorous business.
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80A smart, well-paced documentary that balances the man's triumphs with his rare failures and discerningly explores the darker side of his power.
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80An endlessly intriguing documentary.
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A good, breezy once-over-lightly on the life and times of a Hollywood titan, but not much more.
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