Review of Big Trouble (2002) by Eric R — 09 Jul 2008

A pretty clever little film. Its kinda like a Guy Richie film. Dennis Farina owns in this movie. Overall, fun yet forgettable.

This review of Big Trouble (2002) was written by Eric R on 09 Jul 2008.

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