Review of Free Ride (2013) by Jared F — 02 Jul 2014

Pretty boring, ugly movie with a very weak ending. don't bother watching this.

This review of Free Ride (2013) was written by Jared F on 02 Jul 2014.

Free Ride has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Filmgrinder S (1,010) on 28 Apr 2014

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