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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.Full Review

Dennis Harvey
Variety

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. Full Review

James Greenberg
The Hollywood Reporter

A sober, even low-key documentary about how the American death penalty system is broken and probably can’t be fixed.Full Review

Roger Ebert
Chicago Sun-Times

So potent, it could change the mind of even the most staunch defender of capital punishment.Full Review

V.A. Musetto
New York Post

There is no rage here or Michael Moore-like bluster. Instead, Deadline is a straightforward, compassionate look at a volatile subject.Full Review

Jonathan Curiel
San Francisco Chronicle
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