This an extremely gripping movie that captures the toxicity of southern racism. Hackman and Dafoe shine at certain moments. They seem overshadowed by power of the film's subject at times.
This review of Mississippi Burning (1988) was written by Todd B on 25 Mar 2014.
Mississippi Burning has generally received very positive reviews.
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