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Variety
To track the transformation of John Lennon from adored Beatle to government-stalked peace advocate is David Leaf's stated intention for The U.S. vs. John Lennon, and the pic persuasively chronicles an artist sticking to his guns through activism. Full Review
A.O. Scott
The New York Times
One of the best-known cultural figures of the past half-century, leaves the movie with little to do but add its sometimes sanctimonious voice to the chorus of praise and admiration. Full Review
Ann Hornaday
Washington Post
At a time when the country is engaged in fresh debates about the fragile relationship between privacy and national security, this particular chapter seems worth revisiting. Full Review
James Berardinelli
ReelViews
A nice little documentary that provides a view of recent history for those who didn't live through it, or a nostalgia trip for those who did. However, as vehicle for presenting anything new or surprising, it fails. Full Review
Joe Morgenstern
Wall Street Journal
Loosely organized but still fascinating. Full Review
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