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Herbie Stempel VS. Charles Van Doren


Both men did the wrong thing.However I like Herbie Stempel because in the movie he seems more down to earth.Both men are smart but one of them reminds me of the character Frasier.Only despite Frasier being stuck up he still was likeable to me.I can't say the same for Van Doren.I also didn't like Goodwin's treatment towards Van Doren.Which is why the part with Sandra Goodwin calling Dick out on it by saying he's like the uncle Tom of the jews,is one of my favorite scenes in the movie.I was disappointed to find out the scene towards the end with one guy basically saying he's not impress by Van Doren just because he decided to tell the truth never took place in real life.I'm not expecting anyone to feel the same way.I just wanted to share my OPINION.

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The 'Uncle Tom of the Jews' line was so unexpected and funny (at least to me) that when I first saw this, in the theatre, I almost fell out of my seat laughing. It's a truly superb comedic moment. XD

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