Review of Killer Elite (2011) by Epiphany P — 19 Feb 2012

This movie is way too long. DeNiro is under used. Great Performance by Clive. Jason looks amazing.

This review of Killer Elite (2011) was written by Epiphany P on 19 Feb 2012.

Killer Elite has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Craig L (247) on 19 Oct 2014

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