Review of Street Kings (2008) by D.r. F — 10 Jun 2009

Soilid movie? Yes. Keanu Reeves an oddball choice? Double yes. Yet Still bad ass. Forest Whitaker is the Man.

This review of Street Kings (2008) was written by D.r. F on 10 Jun 2009.

Street Kings has generally received positive reviews.

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