Review of Alpha Dog (2006) by Danielle C — 18 Jan 2010

Hate Justin Timberlake but this movie looks really good. Finally saw it. Love Ben Foster in it.Besides Timberlake great cast.

This review of Alpha Dog (2006) was written by Danielle C on 18 Jan 2010.

Alpha Dog has generally received positive reviews.

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