Review of In the Name of the Father (1993) by Elise H — 04 Feb 2009

I just finished watching this, and it was absolutely incredible. I swear Daniel Day Lewis can play any role. Seriously.

This review of In the Name of the Father (1993) was written by Elise H on 04 Feb 2009.

In the Name of the Father has generally received very positive reviews.

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