Review of Cool Hand Luke (1967) by Izi M — 24 Apr 2011

Stunning performances meet near perfect cinematography in this claustrophobic and taught comedy drama about rebellion and friendship.

This review of Cool Hand Luke (1967) was written by Izi M on 24 Apr 2011.

Cool Hand Luke has generally received very positive reviews.

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Hand-wrought with all things, good and evil, that make America the Beautiful so undeniably great…

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