Review of Narc (2002) by Colin K — 05 Jun 2007

Ray Liotta at his very best, brutal and affecting with one of the most shocking opening sequences I've ever seen.

This review of Narc (2002) was written by Colin K on 05 Jun 2007.

Narc has generally received positive reviews.

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