Review of Leatherheads (2008) by Ricky J — 13 Sep 2010

This movie is okay.The football scenes are decent.The story is ok too.

This review of Leatherheads (2008) was written by Ricky J on 13 Sep 2010.

Leatherheads has generally received mixed reviews.

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