Review of Cool Hand Luke (1967) by Adam R — 03 Jan 2017

Watchable yet underwhelming. There are better prison drama films. (First and only viewing - 7/17/2010).

This review of Cool Hand Luke (1967) was written by Adam R on 03 Jan 2017.

Cool Hand Luke has generally received very positive reviews.

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