Review of Contraband (2012) by Ezra M — 25 Mar 2015

Los cliches basicos (bien aplicados) del cine de accion-drogas.

Lastima que sea pan con lo mismo, aunque para ser honesto te mantiene muy entretenido.

This review of Contraband (2012) was written by Ezra M on 25 Mar 2015.

Contraband has generally received mixed reviews.

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