Review of The Bang Bang Gang (1970) by Sean O'connell for Charlotte Weekly — 14 Nov 2005

Kilmer earns Comeback Actor of the Year honors for his sharp turn.

This review of The Bang Bang Gang (1970) was written by Sean O'connell and published by Charlotte Weekly on 14 Nov 2005.

The Bang Bang Gang has generally received positive reviews.

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