Review of Contraband (2012) by Ali V — 21 Oct 2012

Entertaining for most part. Nothing special though.

This review of Contraband (2012) was written by Ali V on 21 Oct 2012.

Contraband has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Nicolò M (116) on 29 Nov 2014

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By Braxton R (3) on 26 Jul 2015

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By Tim K (748) on 21 Dec 2014

Super slow paced. I made it through 20 minutes and decided my time was more valuable than this…

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By Duke W (19) on 09 May 2014

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