Review of The Last Gladiators (2012) by Judge L — 29 Apr 2014

If you enjoy hockey this is a good documentary about Chris Nilen and other "Enforcers" on teams who start and finish the fights and their lives after the NHL.

This review of The Last Gladiators (2012) was written by Judge L on 29 Apr 2014.

The Last Gladiators has generally received positive reviews.

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