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Review of New Jack City (1991) by Mike L — 19 Oct 2007

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Money talks, bullshit runs a fuckin marathon...

This review of New Jack City (1991) was written by Mike L on 19 Oct 2007.

New Jack City has generally received positive reviews.

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