Review of Philadelphia (1993) by Cameron F — 04 May 2016

Brilliantly convincing performances from Tom hanks and Denzel Washington.

This review of Philadelphia (1993) was written by Cameron F on 04 May 2016.

Philadelphia has generally received very positive reviews.

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A hard-hitting legal drama with stellar acting from both Tom Hanks and Denzel Washington. (First and only full viewing - 12/30/2008)…

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This mawkish movie is about AIDS. AIDS sucks and so does this movie. The actors are likely gay in real life…

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By Bill S (2,971) on 27 Mar 2015

The critics consensus is right on this one…

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