Review of Lockout (2012) by Michael O — 20 Dec 2012

Mildly entertaining but over all not worth admission.

This review of Lockout (2012) was written by Michael O on 20 Dec 2012.

Lockout has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Michaël G (2,333) on 28 Jun 2016

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By Orlando B (10) on 28 Jun 2016

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