Review of American Assassin (2017) by Vincent%20 V — 23 Sep 2017

Did not stay true to the novel by Vince Flynn. Poorly done. Very disappointed!

This review of American Assassin (2017) was written by Vincent%20 V on 23 Sep 2017.

American Assassin has generally received mixed reviews.

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