Review of Gangster Squad (2013) by Fraser C — 06 Sep 2014

Brilliantly old school gangster film. Humphrey Bogart wouldn't have been out of place in it. Enjoy it for what it is.

This review of Gangster Squad (2013) was written by Fraser C on 06 Sep 2014.

Gangster Squad has generally received mixed reviews.

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