Review of New Jack City (1991) by Matt E — 02 Sep 2007

Plot 3.

Production 3.

Entertainment 3.

Characters 2.

Originality 2.

This review of New Jack City (1991) was written by Matt E on 02 Sep 2007.

New Jack City has generally received positive reviews.

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