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  • Summary: In Deadline, directors Katy Chevigny and Kirsten Johnson tackle the volatile topic of the American capital punishment system with intelligence, compassion and balance. Furthermore, they capture the extraordinary transformation of one man, former Illinois governor George Ryan, who holds the power of life and death in his hands. (Big Mouth Productions) … Expand

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  1. The Hollywood Reporter
    Reviewed by: James Greenberg
    80
    The film is an example of social activism at its best; it's not only enlightening, but it's an engrossing story that a smart television audience should embrace.
  2. Variety
    Reviewed by: Dennis Harvey
    80
    Potent docudocu by Katy Chevigny and Kirsten Johnson makes a strong case against capital punishment by pointing up the fallibility of the justice system, while offering an inspiring portrait of one politico who actually seems guided foremost by conscience.
  3. Film Threat
    Reviewed by: Staff (Not credited)
    60
    Deadline contributes reason and passion to the ongoing debate about whether civilized nations should employ the ultimate punishment and how justly it is administered.

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