Review of Miami Vice (2006) by Paul C — 02 Aug 2013

Great cinematography isn't enough to overcome a piss-poor plot, slow pacing, and phoned-in performances.

This review of Miami Vice (2006) was written by Paul C on 02 Aug 2013.

Miami Vice has generally received mixed reviews.

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