Review of Leatherheads (2008) by Brody M — 18 Oct 2009

Pretty good movie.Real stupid in some parts.

This review of Leatherheads (2008) was written by Brody M on 18 Oct 2009.

Leatherheads has generally received mixed reviews.

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I can't say there was anything 'wrong' with this movie. Relaxing, calm paced, semi-clean (aside from overuse of GD), overall enjoyable…

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I have to admit that I had my doubts about this movie, but within 5 minutes all of those doubts quickly went away…

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