Review of Dolores Claiborne (1995) by Mark M — 16 Jun 2007

Possibly one of the best adaptations of a Stephen King book - gripping performances and a fantastic comparison of present and past...

This review of Dolores Claiborne (1995) was written by Mark M on 16 Jun 2007.

Dolores Claiborne has generally received positive reviews.

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By Robert I (1,833) on 22 Jan 2013

Another excellent Stephen King drama. Kathy Bates is like the best actress ever…

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By Lain G (121) on 29 Jan 2013

I don't even know where to begin. What a story!! The director and cinematographer just told the story with such a phenomenal way…

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By Dimitri S (82) on 17 Sep 2014

6/10 = very good - a mysterious thriller, still impressive 20 years after its release Dolores is accused of murder, therefore Selena visits…

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By Jack F (599) on 17 Sep 2014

6/10 = very good - a mysterious thriller, still impressive 20 years after its release Dolores is accused of murder, therefore Selena visits…

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After the success of Misery, Kathy Bates tried her hand at another film based on a Stephen King novel…

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By Rémy V (37) on 12 Jan 2018

Great acting with surprising twists. Kathy Bates is superb…

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By Philipblake (48) on 22 Jun 2019

Dolores Claiborne is criminaly underrated. This is one of the most intense and sick drama ever directed…

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