Review of New Jack City (1991) by Robert W — 03 Dec 2009

"Money can't buy you love"?

This review of New Jack City (1991) was written by Robert W on 03 Dec 2009.

New Jack City has generally received positive reviews.

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Two classic characters: Scotty Appleton and Nino Brown…

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I remember watching this years ago thinking how violent it was...now it almost seems tame…

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