Dead Man Walking (1995) movie poster

Dead Man Walking (1995)

ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 82%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 88% (RT: 97%, MC: 80) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Drama

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Runtime
2h 2m
Country
United States of America, United Kingdom
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.3/10 (1,473 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
97%
Metacritic
80
Cast
Susan Sarandon as Sister Helen Prejean
Sean Penn as Matthew Poncelet
Robert Prosky as Hilton Barber
Raymond J. Barry as Earl Delacroix
R. Lee Ermey as Clyde Percy
Celia Weston as Mary Beth Percy
Lois Smith as Helen's Mother
Scott Wilson as Chaplain Farley
Most people think so. 82% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,473 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 88%.
Overview
A death row inmate turns for spiritual guidance to a local nun in the days leading up to his scheduled execution for the murders of a young couple. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The iconic poster for Dead Man Walking was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • Tim Robbins cited several classic drama films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
Audience Consensus

Dead Man Walking is a 1995 drama film directed by Tim Robbins. A death row inmate turns for spiritual guidance to a local nun in the days leading up to his scheduled execution for the murders of a young couple. The film has been rated by 1,473 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a drama film, Dead Man Walking delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Dead Man Walking (1995) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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