Review of New Jack City (1991) by Elia H — 27 Apr 2008

Le vrai film du ghetto noir-americain. Un Wesley Snipes des grands jours...

This review of New Jack City (1991) was written by Elia H on 27 Apr 2008.

New Jack City has generally received positive reviews.

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