Review of American Ultra (2015) by Derrick K — 21 Aug 2015

Brilliant. Loved the Gary Leib tribute to Darren Merinuk. Bee-you-tea-full!

This review of American Ultra (2015) was written by Derrick K on 21 Aug 2015.

American Ultra has generally received mixed reviews.

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