Review of Second in Command (2006) by Peter M — 25 Aug 2009

Low budget and unoriginal, but quite entertaining and decently put together. A good solid action flick.

This review of Second in Command (2006) was written by Peter M on 25 Aug 2009.

Second in Command has generally received mixed reviews.

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