Review of Gangster Squad (2013) by Chris C — 07 Aug 2013

Brilliant movie, especially seeing the 1940's gun fights put in to HD.

This review of Gangster Squad (2013) was written by Chris C on 07 Aug 2013.

Gangster Squad has generally received mixed reviews.

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