Review of Leaving Las Vegas (1995) by Wes H — 20 Nov 2009

I was really disappointed in this movie. It got too depressing and dragged on. It was very had to get into.

This review of Leaving Las Vegas (1995) was written by Wes H on 20 Nov 2009.

Leaving Las Vegas has generally received very positive reviews.

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