Review of Leaving Las Vegas (1995) by Joseph M — 20 Jan 2011

To everybody that has told me that Nick Cage sucks: Watch this movie.

This review of Leaving Las Vegas (1995) was written by Joseph M on 20 Jan 2011.

Leaving Las Vegas has generally received very positive reviews.

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