How do you know if a movie is good or not? It is the impact it has on you that makes the difference. "Dead Man Walking" upset me a great deal. I watched it twice. I don't know if I will be strong enough to watch it again. No, I did not feel good at all after watching it, but the film was as successful as it can be.Robbins did a great job in incorporating all aspects of this controversial topic. He avoided making an argument that could easily be seen as biased or subjective. I hope that many people get to see "Dead Man Walking". I believe that anyone who supports or opposes the death penalty so enthusiastically should see the movie.I don't know what else it could take to finally convince everyone that this relic from ancient times does not have a place in modern society anymore.The movie itself does not make an argument for or against death penalty. It describes reality. The reality is the best argument against the death penalty.A 10/10 for great performances, good filmmaking, and for the most important film made in yearsThank you, Tim Robbins!
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