Review of Contraband (2012) by Ana V — 10 Jun 2012

Action packed. Pretty good. Not a big fan of Mark Wahlberg tho.

This review of Contraband (2012) was written by Ana V on 10 Jun 2012.

Contraband has generally received mixed reviews.

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