Review of Contraband (2012) by Terry R — 04 Oct 2012

Same story as Gone In 60 Seconds, which, unbelievably, was better and more fun.

This review of Contraband (2012) was written by Terry R on 04 Oct 2012.

Contraband has generally received mixed reviews.

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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 Nicola W (458) on 16 Aug 2015

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By Alison C (292) on 11 Oct 2014

Similar concept to gone in sixty seconds, I'd get rid of relatives as it clearly does them no good! Good story line and one I'd watch again…

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By Russell R (256) on 09 May 2018

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By Brandon B (918) on 09 May 2014

Decent enough action film with a good cast, some decent action, looks good and is well acted however it is far from original…

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By Tim P (549) on 02 Jun 2015

Loved it!! Marky Mark is such a better actor…

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By Braxton R (3) on 26 Jul 2015

Solid enough action thriller if you're looking for something like this. There's a few decent twists along the way and the pace of things is good…

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By Matthew B (2,571) on 21 Jun 2015

Good story. Could have been made so much better though. Mark Wahlberg is the same in every film, mono…

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By Tim W (1,375) on 19 Oct 2018

It's the kind of routine, pedestrian thriller that an actor like Mark Wahlberg would be in. On, that's right. He's in it…

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By Eduardo C (424) on 09 May 2018

One of the best movies I've ever seen…

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