Review of The Equalizer (2014) by Christine L — 18 Jan 2015

I used to love Denzel but man can he find some real sleepers. This is his worst since Man on Fire. Definitely not good.

This review of The Equalizer (2014) was written by Christine L on 18 Jan 2015.

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