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Theatrical Release Date:
12/23/1993
DVD Release Date:
09/10/1997
Run Time:
125min.
Starring:
Director(s):
Distributor(s):
TriStar Pictures
MPAA Rating:
PG-13 for some graphic language and thematic material.
Genre(s):
Drama
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