Review of 13 Assassins (2010) by Louis-René A — 07 Oct 2011

Extremely stylish, great action sequences, perfect build up, this is the best samourai movie I've seen in a very long time... a must watch.

This review of 13 Assassins (2010) was written by Louis-René A on 07 Oct 2011.

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