Review of Man on a Ledge (2012) by Evan J — 18 Mar 2013

It's not bad. The twisted plot and timelines and great shots of New York make up for what would otherwise be a routine thriller.

This review of Man on a Ledge (2012) was written by Evan J on 18 Mar 2013.

Man on a Ledge has generally received mixed reviews.

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