Review of New Jack City (1991) by Patrick M — 05 Dec 2012

Wesley Snipes knows how to pull off some good intimidation as the ever cold-blooded crack kingpin Nino Brown.

This review of New Jack City (1991) was written by Patrick M on 05 Dec 2012.

New Jack City has generally received positive reviews.

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