Review of We Own the Night (2007) by Liberty H — 08 Jan 2009

Liked the first time but after I watched it again I was amazed at the bad acting, fake crying, and overall was mad I had recommended it to people.

This review of We Own the Night (2007) was written by Liberty H on 08 Jan 2009.

We Own the Night has generally received positive reviews.

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