Review of Leaving Las Vegas (1995) by Matt C — 17 May 2009

Nicholas Cage give a shocking and heartbreaking performance, Leaving Las Vegas is must-see.

This review of Leaving Las Vegas (1995) was written by Matt C on 17 May 2009.

Leaving Las Vegas has generally received very positive reviews.

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