Review of A Time to Kill (1996) by Nicholas L — 18 Sep 2012

This one is another great novel turned to a movie. the story was really gripping. samuel l. jackson was very good, same with sandra bullock.

This review of A Time to Kill (1996) was written by Nicholas L on 18 Sep 2012.

A Time to Kill has generally received positive reviews.

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