Review of Leaving Las Vegas (1995) by Mette M — 29 Nov 2009

For once I enjoyed a romantic movie... cause its also a compelling story about life and about how you should enjoy every moment of it :).

This review of Leaving Las Vegas (1995) was written by Mette M on 29 Nov 2009.

Leaving Las Vegas has generally received very positive reviews.

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