Review of Dead Man Walking (1995) by Cult L — 28 Mar 2011

I liked Penn more than Sarandon, but she got the Oscar.

This review of Dead Man Walking (1995) was written by Cult L on 28 Mar 2011.

Dead Man Walking has generally received very positive reviews.

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