Review of Cool Hand Luke (1967) by Damon T — 13 May 2010

"Cool Hand Luke" now seems more like a well-made entertainment than any kind of American masterpiece.

This review of Cool Hand Luke (1967) was written by Damon T on 13 May 2010.

Cool Hand Luke has generally received very positive reviews.

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