Review of The Negotiator (1998) by Forrest F — 11 Dec 2008

Samuel L. Jackson, Kevin Spacey. That's all you really need to know.

This review of The Negotiator (1998) was written by Forrest F on 11 Dec 2008.

The Negotiator has generally received positive reviews.

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