Review of Payback (1999) by Bill S — 25 May 2015

Slick fast paced revenge flick that pulls no punches.A fun,sick joyride of a shoot 'em up.

This review of Payback (1999) was written by Bill S on 25 May 2015.

Payback has generally received positive reviews.

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