Review of American Assassin (2017) by Jason S — 22 Sep 2017

Very well done, the ending was a bit over the top, but well acted and very enjoyable- probably a little too close to the truth on what really happens out there.

This review of American Assassin (2017) was written by Jason S on 22 Sep 2017.

American Assassin has generally received mixed reviews.

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