Review of Lawless (2012) by Rissa P — 23 Jan 2013

This movie totally took me by surprise. Its big and bad, but sweet at the same time. I loved it!

This review of Lawless (2012) was written by Rissa P on 23 Jan 2013.

Lawless has generally received positive reviews.

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