Review of Extreme Measures (1996) by Cameron L — 01 Jun 2011

Just OK. Nothing really special about it. I much prefer desperate measures with michael keaton.

This review of Extreme Measures (1996) was written by Cameron L on 01 Jun 2011.

Extreme Measures has generally received mixed reviews.

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