Review of Contraband (2012) by Benjamin W — 28 Jul 2012

It was OK. Good cast and kept me entertained but not very orginal and nothing I havn't seen before.

This review of Contraband (2012) was written by Benjamin W on 28 Jul 2012.

Contraband has generally received mixed reviews.

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