Review of Essential Killing (2010) by Ian C — 12 Feb 2012

Don't think Vincent Gallo speaks the whole way throughout this ,decent chase/survival flick.

This review of Essential Killing (2010) was written by Ian C on 12 Feb 2012.

Essential Killing has generally received mixed reviews.

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