Review of Dead Man Walking (1995) by Sabina S — 02 May 2010

3 facts: great acting, mediocre directing, sean penn is hot.

This review of Dead Man Walking (1995) was written by Sabina S on 02 May 2010.

Dead Man Walking has generally received very positive reviews.

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