Review of Any Given Sunday (1999) by Guido S — 02 Dec 2013

Over the top acting and direction, but with some strong performances here and there. It had it's moments but it was overall sloppy and disconnected.

This review of Any Given Sunday (1999) was written by Guido S on 02 Dec 2013.

Any Given Sunday has generally received positive reviews.

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