Review of Mean Machine (2001) by Cathy P — 31 Mar 2007

Longest yard is a copy of this british movie n I love this so I love longest yard!

This review of Mean Machine (2001) was written by Cathy P on 31 Mar 2007.

Mean Machine has generally received positive reviews.

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By Jostein B (9) on 17 Jul 2010

Quite interesting to watch this if you've already watched The Longest Yard since they both are inspired by the same novel. But to be honest…

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By Nathan W (532) on 22 Nov 2010

This film in my eyes is under rated and any one who has rated this lowly should prepare themselves because I don't think it will be long before…

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By Natasha B (115) on 25 Oct 2011

Loved it. Had a good laugh with some good old british comedy :)…

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