Review of Jackpot (2012) by Russell J — 13 Aug 2012

Best Norwegian/Swedish crime/thriller/comedy I've seen all year.

This review of Jackpot (2012) was written by Russell J on 13 Aug 2012.

Jackpot has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Andrew L. Urban (972) for Urban Cinefile (2,850) on 28 Jul 2012

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By Matt Glasby (349) for Total Film (3,532) on 30 Jul 2012

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By Philip French (1,151) for Observer (UK) (2,398) on 11 Aug 2012

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Maybe it was the drugs from surgery but I couldnt get into this one. instead check out the writers other film Headhunters - much better execution…

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By Jim Schembri (1,298) for 3AW (1,025) on 04 Aug 2012

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By Richard S (2,067) on 18 Jan 2013

This is the second film I've seen taken from a Jo Nesbo story and I still don't quite get them…

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