Review of Tough Nut (1968) by Tim W — 22 Mar 2013

There's never a dull moment in this excellently crafted action-thriller that came to define the genre.

This review of Tough Nut (1968) was written by Tim W on 22 Mar 2013.

Tough Nut has generally received positive reviews.

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By Abby K (29) on 10 Dec 2018

The PERFECT action movie due to great directing, set-pieces, screenwriting, and acting with some Christmas spirit as the icing on the cake…

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By Alex F (1,325) on 10 Dec 2018

The PERFECT action movie due to great directing, set-pieces, screenwriting, and acting with some Christmas spirit as the icing on the cake…

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By Michael M (3,845) on 07 Jan 2018

The more I see this movie, the more I like it…

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By Paully A (54) on 24 Jan 2018

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By Nick S (1,027) on 01 Apr 2018

Willis' breakthrough. Hometown hero makin it big and kickin terrorists asses all over LA. Nothing better…

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