Review of Sling Blade (1996) by Brent M — 06 Feb 2009

I been sometime since I original saw this in theaters, I remember liking it.

This review of Sling Blade (1996) was written by Brent M on 06 Feb 2009.

Sling Blade has generally received very positive reviews.

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