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Review of Shank (2009) by Jon H — 23 Aug 2010

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Makes kidulthood seem like Shakespeare. Really a very terrible film.

This review of Shank (2009) was written by Jon H on 23 Aug 2010.

Shank has generally received mixed reviews.

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