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Very inspiring from a linguistical point of view


While I enjoyed -yet at times felt enraged- by the story behind this documentary, I was particularly affected by the brilliance of the excerpts of Trumbo's writing.

I knew nothing of this man before seeing this documentary, but just being treated to the sheer beauty of his choice of words, has me a little stirred. English is my third language, but I feel envigorated to put it in use more from now on, because -as Trumbo has proven- it is a great instrument to bring across a myriad of feelings and attitudes.

My hat is off to you, mister Trumbo, and to all the people involved in the making of this film, for having inspired me.

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The man could write.
And the letter to his daughter's teacher is a masterpiece.

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