Review of Cool Hand Luke (1967) by Johanna O — 13 Apr 2009

One of the best. All there is to say, really.

This review of Cool Hand Luke (1967) was written by Johanna O on 13 Apr 2009.

Cool Hand Luke has generally received very positive reviews.

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