Review of American Assassin (2017) by Jung Y — 14 Sep 2017

I personally liked this movie. I would like to see a sequel where the characters can have more time to get to know them.

This review of American Assassin (2017) was written by Jung Y on 14 Sep 2017.

American Assassin has generally received mixed reviews.

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