Review of Lucky Number Slevin (2006) by Samarth J — 03 Jan 2010

Movie which tries to follow the pattern of classics like Godfather...Goodfellas.....but comes out only ok on the back of a predictable plot..

This review of Lucky Number Slevin (2006) was written by Samarth J on 03 Jan 2010.

Lucky Number Slevin has generally received very positive reviews.

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