Review of The Brave One (2007) by Patrick H — 08 Mar 2009

Nice idea - works for an hour then becomes pretty predictable. Not the best Neil Jordan movie I've seen. Jodie Foster is class as ever!

This review of The Brave One (2007) was written by Patrick H on 08 Mar 2009.

The Brave One has generally received positive reviews.

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