Review of Straight Out of Brooklyn (1991) by Derrick B — 15 Oct 2009

Good flick but couldve been better if it was longer.

This review of Straight Out of Brooklyn (1991) was written by Derrick B on 15 Oct 2009.

Straight Out of Brooklyn has generally received positive reviews.

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