Review of Donnie Brasco (1997) by Takondwa S — 01 May 2010

Superb gangsta thriller!Pacino and Depp, it doesn't get much better.

This review of Donnie Brasco (1997) was written by Takondwa S on 01 May 2010.

Donnie Brasco has generally received positive reviews.

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