Review of Licence to Kill (1989) by Jean-Paul S — 24 Nov 2008

A harder edged Bond and Bond film; much like the new Daniel Craig ones.

This review of Licence to Kill (1989) was written by Jean-Paul S on 24 Nov 2008.

Licence to Kill has generally received positive reviews.

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