Cell 2455 Death Row
NR
6.4
1955
1 hr 17 min
Drama
, Crime
A Death Row inmate uses his prison law studies to fight for his life. Based on a true story.
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- Cast:
- William Campbell , Marian Carr , Kathryn Grant , Vince Edwards , Allen Nourse , Diane DeLaire , Bart Braverman
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Powerful
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One of the worst ways to make a cult movie is to set out to make a cult movie.
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The film's masterful storytelling did its job. The message was clear. No need to overdo.
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