Review of Filth (2013) by Paul O — 27 Feb 2014

Trainspotting this is not.... Although, James McAvoy cements his place as the new Ewan MacGregor.

This review of Filth (2013) was written by Paul O on 27 Feb 2014.

Filth has generally received positive reviews.

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