Review of The Brooklyn Banker (2016) by Mama G — 07 Aug 2016

Fantastic genre film. Great story that keeps you enthralled. Troy Garity is great as the everyday man. Very reminiscent of his grandfather, Henry Fonda. A must see!

This review of The Brooklyn Banker (2016) was written by Mama G on 07 Aug 2016.

The Brooklyn Banker has generally received mixed reviews.

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