Review of Leaving Las Vegas (1995) by Kai H — 28 May 2008

Depressing but a very well done and important movie. nicholas cage and elizabeth shue give the performances of their lives.

This review of Leaving Las Vegas (1995) was written by Kai H on 28 May 2008.

Leaving Las Vegas has generally received very positive reviews.

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