Review of Licence to Kill (1989) by Lucas E — 31 Dec 2010

A great twist on the typical James Bond formula. Emotion and action run high in Dalton's last Bond outing.

This review of Licence to Kill (1989) was written by Lucas E on 31 Dec 2010.

Licence to Kill has generally received positive reviews.

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