Review of Philadelphia (1993) by Jess L — 19 Jan 2013

Very emotional, sad, powerful. Mary Steenburgen's stunning.

This review of Philadelphia (1993) was written by Jess L on 19 Jan 2013.

Philadelphia has generally received very positive reviews.

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