Review of Contraband (2012) by Tim C — 24 Jun 2012

There are some great action sequences and Wahlberg is pretty solid, but the film is mostly ridiculous.

This review of Contraband (2012) was written by Tim C on 24 Jun 2012.

Contraband has generally received mixed reviews.

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