Review of 13 Assassins (2010) by Alejandro R — 03 Oct 2015

Now this is some truly great filmmaking that propels this movie to instant classic status. Great action, storytelling, acting, tragic, heroic, etc. It's just all here!

This review of 13 Assassins (2010) was written by Alejandro R on 03 Oct 2015.

13 Assassins has generally received very positive reviews.

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