Review of New Jack City (1991) by Mike E — 11 Jul 2007

This is a hood classic so if you havent seen it yet, you probably been under a rock for the last 15 years. too bad nino brown got shot though...

This review of New Jack City (1991) was written by Mike E on 11 Jul 2007.

New Jack City has generally received positive reviews.

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