Review of Hoodlum (1997) by Kashaan M — 09 Sep 2011

Bumpy Johnson is the real Goon!!! Harlem Stand up!

This review of Hoodlum (1997) was written by Kashaan M on 09 Sep 2011.

Hoodlum has generally received positive reviews.

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