The Law of .45

The Law of .45

1991 · 123 min · ★ 6.5 · Action, Drama

An honest policeman was dishonourably removed from the service. With a .45 gun in his hand, he took the law into his own hands. Nothing left but his honour and integrity, he's out to prove his innocence.

Directed by Fernando Poe Jr. · Written by Cris Michelena

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