Review of New Jack City (1991) by John R — 08 Dec 2007

A competent "hood" gangster flick.

This review of New Jack City (1991) was written by John R on 08 Dec 2007.

New Jack City has generally received positive reviews.

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By Raz R (160) on 24 Feb 2014

All star cast film, perhaps Wesley Snipes best work. Honestly never was a fan of his but great work in this gangster drug lord of a film…

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By Alexander Z (607) on 13 Aug 2012

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By Jeff B (2,998) on 25 Jun 2012

Unique take on the drug dealer story with a pretty terrific cast…

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One of my favorite movies in the 90s and definitely one of the most influential…

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For his film debut, director Mario Van Peebles did an outstanding job…

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By Trevor W (293) on 14 Feb 2014

A film that succeeds in its portrayal of the message but fails in casting and action sequences…

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