Review of Contraband (2012) by Arpan M — 12 May 2013

Good thrill ride which completely draws from Mark Wahlberg's brilliant performance.

This review of Contraband (2012) was written by Arpan M on 12 May 2013.

Contraband has generally received mixed reviews.

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The story wasn't original and the movie was predictable but the acting was good, the action scenes were well made and the movie was entertaining…

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By Sarah M (1,063) on 03 Sep 2014

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By Hotpocket (3) on 08 Aug 2021

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By Jens S (711) on 08 Jan 2015

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By Doug B (278) on 23 Jan 2019

Lots of action in this film. Not a lot of depth to the plot; however, if your looking for an action movie to waste a few hours not a bad film…

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By Cooper H (402) on 10 Dec 2015

Typical heist type movie, not anything too surprising from any area…

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By Rick S (308) on 06 May 2014

Hard for me to care about the characters die to the typical formula of these types of movies. Acting was meh…

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By Matt C (2,668) on 30 Nov 2017

Decently done, just nothing impressive. Doesnt know if it wants to be a B movie or a real heist film…

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By Jack W (1,198) on 23 May 2014

It's not the most entertaining film ever, but Contraband offers enough satisfying action and a great performance from Mark Wahlberg to please…

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By Sue S (215) on 06 May 2014

Talk about action, deadlines, revenge, friendships and love story. Awesome…

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