Review of The Replacement Killers (1998) by Waiyde P — 19 Aug 2008

Nice action/buddy film..Mira and Yun have a nice chemistry.

This review of The Replacement Killers (1998) was written by Waiyde P on 19 Aug 2008.

The Replacement Killers has generally received mixed reviews.

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