Review of Menace II Society (1993) by David L — 22 Feb 2008

Hard hitting film straight from the hood! Great performances from the reasonably unheard of cast.

This review of Menace II Society (1993) was written by David L on 22 Feb 2008.

Menace II Society has generally received very positive reviews.

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