Review of Dolores Claiborne (1995) by Adam R — 03 May 2017

Kathy Bates is in top form as the sympathetic title character. (First and only viewing - 9/26/2014).

This review of Dolores Claiborne (1995) was written by Adam R on 03 May 2017.

Dolores Claiborne has generally received positive reviews.

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