Review of New Jack City (1991) by Jordan G — 12 Aug 2008

Wesley's one liners MAKE this film! Nino Brown: "Sit your five-dollar ass down before I make change".

This review of New Jack City (1991) was written by Jordan G on 12 Aug 2008.

New Jack City has generally received positive reviews.

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