Review of Attack the Block (2011) by Greg W — 20 Jul 2012

Kinda like 'shawn of the dead' only aliens.

This review of Attack the Block (2011) was written by Greg W on 20 Jul 2012.

Attack the Block has generally received positive reviews.

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