Review of Attack the Block (2011) by Brandon V — 25 Jun 2014

Better than every Edgar Wright movie. A total blast.

This review of Attack the Block (2011) was written by Brandon V on 25 Jun 2014.

Attack the Block has generally received positive reviews.

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