Review of Witness (1985) by Abigail M — 25 Jan 2016

Brilliant. Harrison Ford, Patti LuPone, Danny Glover, and Kelly McGillis are superb.The score is mesmerizing, and the cinematography of Lancaster, PA is stunning.

This review of Witness (1985) was written by Abigail M on 25 Jan 2016.

Witness has generally received very positive reviews.

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