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Let Him Have It
US (1991): Drama

Leonard Maltin Review

Absorbing drama based on the true story of Derek Bentley, a slow-witted youth who was pulled into a life of crime in post-war England, and sentenced to death for a murder actually committed by his youthful cohort. Medak's sympathetic point of view is abetted by vivid performances, including young Eccleston in the lead, and a gallery of top British actors in supporting roles.

115 min, Rated R, Color

Cast and Credits

Director: Peter Medak
Cast Includes: Chris Eccleston; Paul Reynolds; Tom Courtenay; Tom Bell; Eileen Atkins; Clare Holman; Mark McGann; Michael Gough; Ronald Fraser; James Villiers; Michael Elphick; Murray Melvin; Norman Rossington; Clive Revill