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In the Name of the Father
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84 out of 100

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9.2 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 17 Ratings

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  • Starring: Daniel Day-Lewis
  • Summary: Academy Award winner Daniel Day-Lewis gives an impassioned performance in this riveting drama that mirrors one man's 15-year struggle and ultimate triumph over a terrible injustice. (Universal Studios)

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 16
  3. Negative: 0 out of 16
  1. ReelViews
    Reviewed by: James Berardinelli
    100
    Jim Sheridan skillfully interweaves a myriad of subplots and themes into a fast-paced, cohesive whole.
  2. Austin Chronicle
    Reviewed by: Robert Faires
    100
    For in relating the true story of Conlon's wrongful conviction and 15-year imprisonment, Sheridan has used the tools of the filmmaker to evoke a visceral echo of Conlon's waking nightmare.
  3. USA Today
    Reviewed by: Mike Clark
    50
    But the film's emotional core is father-son reconciliation, and Pete Postlethwaite is very sympathetic as Dad. [29 Dec 1993 Pg. 01.D]
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 2
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 2
  3. Negative: 0 out of 2
  1. MIraqi
    10
    Daniel Day-Lewis , Emma Thompson and Jim Sheridan were really fantastic in this important film... I can see this film every week.......thanks to the producer.… Expand
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  2. RegOz
    10
    What is there not to love about this movie? Powerful, profound, touching,and beautifully scripted, you can't miss it! Experience yourself the beauty of this masterpiece! I love it so much! I own the dvd!… Expand
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