Review of Infamous (2006) by Andi V — 15 Mar 2009

I watched it for Lee Pace. Daniel Craig was surprising, but this movie wasn't.

This review of Infamous (2006) was written by Andi V on 15 Mar 2009.

Infamous has generally received positive reviews.

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