Review of American Gangster (2007) by Bryan K — 08 Oct 2012

I don't care what anyone says I think this was a great movie and to see Denzel and Russel together on screen was great!

This review of American Gangster (2007) was written by Bryan K on 08 Oct 2012.

American Gangster has generally received very positive reviews.

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