Review of In the Name of the Father (1993) by Talal A — 24 Feb 2008

Another superb performance by Day-Lewis...

This review of In the Name of the Father (1993) was written by Talal A on 24 Feb 2008.

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

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