Review of Midnight Run (1988) by Peter M — 28 Aug 2007

The greatest buddy action movie comedy road chase movie of all time? YES!

This review of Midnight Run (1988) was written by Peter M on 28 Aug 2007.

Midnight Run has generally received very positive reviews.

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