Review of Man on a Ledge (2012) by Kobayashi A — 15 Nov 2012

Really nice thriller involving a heist but very well played. Worth the time...

This review of Man on a Ledge (2012) was written by Kobayashi A on 15 Nov 2012.

Man on a Ledge has generally received mixed reviews.

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