''Return to Sender'' is a 2004 film written by

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and directed by

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. It was also released on video under the title ''Convicted''. The film stars

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and

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. Aidan Quinn was nominated for a 2005

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Best Actor in a Feature Film award for his performance. Quinn plays an unscrupulous attorney who is challenged by Nielsen, his latest client.Alt URL
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Plot

Quinn's character, a jaded ex-lawyer, has been befriending and exploiting death row convicts and selling their final letters to the media. While attempting to foster his relationship with Nielsen's character, he becomes convinced that she is innocent.

Cast

Reception

Todd McCarthy of

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gave the film a negative review and suggested it "should be returned to maker" and says the film shows "absolutely no feel for its characters or setting, pic doesn't convince on any level".

References

External links

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