Review of Escape from Alcatraz (1979) by Carlos R — 16 Sep 2010

A complete masterpiece. Eastwood does it again. One of the best prison films ever. Amazing dialogues, great performances and very thrilling.

This review of Escape from Alcatraz (1979) was written by Carlos R on 16 Sep 2010.

Escape from Alcatraz has generally received very positive reviews.

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